Some favorite links to great web sites:

           Ohio State University
   OAGC Honors OSU Staff and Students

           http://hortwww-2.ag.ohio-state.edu   
          Horticulture in virtual perspective
          From this site you can find anything you want about horticulture.       
           Horticulture and Crop Science, OSU

Bluestone Perennials : http: //www.bluestoneperennials.com
 Offers a wide selection of perennials, plants, herbs, ornamental shrubs and bulbs. 
 Now you can buy perennials for a price which will allow you to plant them as they 
 should be planted - in groups and massed

Scotts  Everything you need to know or learn about gardening, insecticides, Weed control, fertilizer and links to Ortho Products, Miracle Grow and much more.  A great site!
Scotts  is launching a new gardening website called Grow n Tell that allows gardeners of all levels to come together and share tips and their experiences gardening. www.growntell.com.The website will also feature fun promotions.

First-ever: Appalachian Butterfly Conference

Lawnflowers
beautify every lawn in which they flourish.
Lawnflowers enhance the ecology of a lawn ecosystem.
Are there lawnflowers beautifying your lawn?
Or, are you bored with your all grass lawn? 
Grow a lawnflower lawn. It is the ancient, natural way.

Floral design instructions:
       This site guides you through the basics of floral design

Lily Sites worth visiting:  Recommended by Lily Instructor, school # 6, J. Wilkins
www.lilynook.mb.ca
thelilygarden.com

Daylilies:
Daylilies: The American Hermerocallis Society

The Butterfly Web Site:
www.butterflywebsite.com
If you've ever admired butterflies and wondered how to attract them to your yard, here's the site for you.
This site has a wealth of information on a wide range of topics, including how-to instructions on creating a butterfly garden.  After you've planted alluring plants and provided the proper environment, you'll want to consult the site's areas on identifying butterflies, photographing them and learning about their life cycle.  The site also has links to other Web areas devoted to birds, reptiles and other parts of the natural world.

Plant Swap   By joining our free community you will have access to post messages, post swap meet notices, publish your intentions to attend swap meets with "want" and "have" plant/seed lists, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload photos and access many other special features.

Chicagoland Grows, inc, a non-profit partnership of Chicago Botanic Garden, Morton Arboretum, Ornamental Growers Assoc. of N. Illinois.  Good site for Midwest and Ohio Garden Information


Ohio Prairie Association

www.ohioprairienursery.com

Ohio Prairie Nursery is Ohio's largest native seed nursery providing seed and seed mixes for prairies, wetlands, and native habitat creation. Seeds are available in packets for small areas or in bulk bags for larger acreage projects. We also provide "Native Wildlife Habitat Gardens" ready to plant in a kit form. Other services include consulting, design and installation. Contact: Bob Kehres - OPN 330-569-3380

Home of Clematis - The Official Website

American Horticultural Society Home Page  

Mulberry Creek Herb Farm
Certified organic herbs, in 3 1/2 in pots, offered at the most reasonable prices in the country. 
We still offer the largest selection of certified organically grown herbs & perennials, for
cooking, ornamental, medicinal & crafting. Our descriptions are  bursting with growing & using tips. We guarantee that after you've finished browsing this website, you'll be qualified to tell Martha Stewart what she can do with her herb garden.

Johnny's Select Seeds

Good local Ohio daylily site

Flower Garden

GardenWeb Home Page  
  

The Perennial Gardener  

Perennial Plant Association  

Weekend Gardener Home Page  
Elite Farmer. com
Description : Aims to disseminate information of use to people with small farms or rural property.
Topics include Plants, seeds, crops, vegetables, flowers, garden, horticulture, pesticides, fertilizers, forestry, livestock, farm equipment, machinery and much more
Most documents are in pdf format.



 
Rod's Garden Gardening information and advice
 http://www.rodsgarden.50megs.com/index.html
 A lot of good information and planting guides for a garden with continuous bloom. 
Rod is an Oregon Certified Nursery Professional and a former Iowa Certified Nurseryman,
with a Bachelor of Science degree in Horticulture from Iowa State University and a total of 27 years
of experience in orchards, nurseries and landscaping. Rod worked at Dennis' Seven Dees Nursery,
Portland, Oregon for 16 years. He now works for Cascadian Nurseries. Rod has a pruning and
 landscape design business and teaches Home Gardening classes for Portland Community College

           Get to know the Invasive Species in our environment
            http://www.invasivespecies.gov/ 
           
            As a gardener, you can help combat the problem of invasive non-native
            plants by sticking with native species as much as possible. This is
            generally considered good garden practice anyway, since native plants
            are already perfectly adapted for your area. To learn more about the
            problem of invasive non-native plants, you can visit

Park Seed  http://www.parkseed.com/
Order seeds, bulbs, plants and vegetables online. Gardening resources and reference materials are also presented. 
Take a stroll through Burpee to find the latest gardening products including flowers, vegetables and accessories. Place an order easily online, ask an expert your gardening question, even reap in some old fashioned recipes for your harvest. 

Select Seeds Antique Flowers  http://www.selectseeds.com/
Select Seeds offers seed selections from rare old-fashioned flower varieties, maybe even the ones your grandparents enjoyed in their gardens. Other plants available include scented geraniums, fragrant flowers and vines. 

Mellinger's Online Garden Catalog  http://www.mellingers.com/
This outfit has been supplying gardeners with supplies for more than 70 years. Click here and order online from their wide selection of plants, flowers, trees, seeds, bulbs, insecticides, books, tools, equipment and more. 

Grandma's Garden  http://GrandmasGarden.com
Gardening hub specializes in rare, heirloom seeds for unusual vegetables, herbs and flowers. Locate hard-to-find varieties, antique apples and more. 

Cyclamen Society, The  http://www.cyclamen.org
Find out about this genus of plants, including its 19 species, and the organization that promotes it. 

Johnny Cyberseed  http://www.johnnycyberseed.com/
Provides thousands of seeds for direct online purchase. View the online seed catalog shop or the table of contents that lets you search for a particular seed variety. 

Walsenburg Seed Co.  http://www.wseedco.com/
Suppliers of mail-order exotic, rare and organic seeds provide a searchable database for "impossible-to-find" stock. 

Geerlings Bulbs U.S.A.  http://www.dutchflowers.com/
Exported Dutch bulbs are available by order. 

Garden.com  http://www.garden.com/
This well-stocked garden and gift center is brimming with the plants, tools, furniture, seeds and other essentials you need to nurture nature in the yard. Find forums, chat and a weekly magazine, and compare ideas with fellow green thumbs.Gardening: A BH&G Guide  http://www.bhglive.com/This magazine lets us in on its gardening secrets over the Web. Dig up some information and have your general gardening questions answered. Also watch their landscaping how -- to videos online.  real video 

Dan's Garden Shop
  http://www.dansgardenshop.com/
Order untreated vegetable, herb and flower seeds plus indoor gardening equipment, accessories, books and much more from this secure online dealer.

 G&B Orchid Laboratory & Nursery, Inc.  http://www.orchidsource.com/
Company describes mail-order plants and supplies, including propagation and care instructions. 

Wildseed Farms  http://www.wildseedfarms.com/
A wildflower seed catalog can be found with FAQs, wildflower information and seed specifications. 

Heyne Custom Seed Services Prairie Wildflower  http://www.netins.net/showcase/bluestem/
Native wildflower seeds and plants from the Iowa prairie are available by order. 

Plant Information Online  http://plantinfo.umn.edu/default.asp
A service of the University of Minnesota Libraries, the subscription-only Plant Information Online site features tons of great information about nurseries, seeds, plant varieties and more. 

Orchid House, The  http://retirees.uwaterloo.ca/~jerry/orchids
Mega-resources stretch from nutrition to show regulations to fiction. Includes tons of culture notes. 

OrchidView Online  http://www.orchidview.com
OrchidView breeds, grows and sells premium-quality phalaenopsis orchids. View a photo gallery of various plants and find out how to order them.  

Sunflowers Center  http://www.agencevirtuelle.com
Swiss site is fertile with mail-order sunflower seeds. Growing tips included. 

Bonsai Information: 
//www.bonsaiweb.com/
If you're among the growing number of gardeners interested in pursing
the art of bonsai, you might want to check out a comprehensive Web
site that offers articles, tips, news, information on clubs and
events, classified ads, links to supplies, and various other
resources--all about bonsai. You'll find this site at

World Wide Exotic Seed Co.  http://www.seedman.com/WWseeds.html
For exotic plant seeds, this site offers multiple selections from medicinal herbs to bonsai trees. 

Cyberseeds.com  http://cyberseeds.com/
Choose from 750 mail-order seeds for vegetables, fruit, trees, grasses, plants, vines and more. 

Pennington Seed  http://www.penningtonseed.com/
This lawn and garden supplier provides everything you ever needed to know about seeds and planting, with product information. 

PC Gardens' Exotic, Tropical Plant Seed Catalog  http://www.pcgardens.com/
Thousands of worldwide seed varieties are available by mail order from this site.

Gourmet Gardener, The  http://www.gourmetgardener.com/
Sew and reap "a premier collection of herb, vegetable & edible flower" varieties. Selections of books and gift items are also featured on this easily-navigated site. 

Gardener's Supply Company  http://www.gardeners.com/
Innovative products and useful horticultural information to help make your garden grow. Preview and order a selection of earth-friendly tools from the catalogs, find answers to gardening questions and order the specialty catalogs and bulletins. 

Prairie Sunflower Directory  http://www.prairielinks.com/sunfindex.html
Follow links to sunflower resources worldwide, including Web rings, clip art, growers, seed companies and garden-tip sites. 

Identify a Flowering Dogwood  http://www.allsands.com/Gardening/floweringdogwoo_sai_gn.htm
The name dogwood tends to cover so many different kinds of shrub and tree that it confuses most tree lovers. Learn about the Flowering Dogwood. 

Discovering Annuals  http://www.annualflowers.com/
This site spotlights Graham Rice's 1999 book about annuals. You'll find ordering information about the book, a manual for planting and growing annuals, seed sources and more. 

Cottage Gardener Heirloom Plant Nursery, The  http://www.cottagegardener.com/
Specializing in growing plants from the past, this Canadian nursery offers a selection of heirloom seeds to can grow the same flowers as your grandmother. 

Nasturtium: Slugs and Salal  http://www.slugsandsalal.com/plantdb/flowers/nasturtium.html
According to this page, growing nasturtium is quite easy. Besides a photo and information on varieties and background, find suggestions on starting seeds and transplanting the plant. 

Tender Seed Company: Wedding Favors  http://www.tenderseedcompany.com
Order custom seed packet favors for weddings or bridal and baby showers. Also find terra cotta pot favors and flower seed cards. 

Botanical PaperWorks  http://www.botanicalpaperworks.com/
Get supplies for creating handmade wedding invitations, stationery and paper using botanicals, flowers and seeds
Listed in NBCi Directory: Wedding Invitations
Find more sites about: paper making | handmade paper | invitation paper

Ezplant.com  http://www.ezplant.com
Get hosta, daylilies, asparagus, strawberries, grasses and other great perenial plants delivered direct from the grower's farm to your garden. 

Nature's Promise  http://www.naturespromise.com
Features Chinese tree peonies, herbaceous peonies and bearded iris. Plants guaranteed to arrive healthy, or this retailer will replace the product! 

Clematis Blooms: Country Living Gardener  http://gardener.women.com/clg/perspiration/expert/a9clem11.htm
Can't get your clematis to bloom? Find out how to make it happen from Country Living Gardner expert Ruth Rogers Clausen. 

Van Bourgondien Bulbs and Perennials  
Online catalog of flower bulbs and perennials. Read gardening tips and get questions answered. 
Listed in NBCi Directory: Dutch Flower Retailers
Find more sites about: flower bulbs | planting bulbs | gardening catalogs

Potted Bulbs: Country Living Gardener  http://gardener.women.com/clg/perspiration/sundial/a9bulb11.htm
As cool weather sets in, it's time to plan to brighten the holidays by forcing bulbs -– Country Living Gardener will show you how. 

Bloom River Gardens  http://www.bloomriver.com
Mail order plant nursery in Oregon grows a variety of unusual and exotic plants and flowers. Download their catalog of hostas, daylilies, irises, ferns, dwarf conifers, azaleas and blueberries.

John Scheepers  http://www.johnscheepers.com
John Scheepers offers over varieties of the best-known tulips, narcissi, lilies and rare and unusual Dutch flower bulbs -- at exceptionally low retail prices. 

Lilies in the Valley  http://www.lilies.on.ca
Welcome to the world of the Lily where we offer over 140 varieties of lilies including Asiatics, Trumpets, Orientals, L.A. Hybrids and Daylilies.

Windowbox.com  
www.Windowbox.com offers information on and supplies for growing plants, flowers, vegetables and herbs in containers. Shop online, use the message board, ask the experts and more. 

Transplanting Perennials: Country Living Gardener  http://gardener.women.com/clg/perspiration/expert/a9tran11.htm
Find the best time to transplant and divide perennials with help from the experts at Country Living Gardener. 

Helping Waterlilies Bloom: Country Living Gardener  http://gardener.women.com/clg/perspiration/expert/c9wtly11.htm
Country Living Gardener expert, Bruce K Riggs, provides information on keeping water lilies healthy. 

African Violets  http://www.african-violets.com
Browse the large catalog of African Violets and other related gesneriads for sale from Florals by Fredricks. Guests can also find growing tips and a list of recommended books. 

Granite Hill Gardens  http://www.granitehillgardens.com
This nursery offers a wide selection of cold hardy rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias, companion plants and other ornamental trees and shrubs. Browse the tips and order online. 

Antonelli Brothers Begonia Gardens  http://www.infopoint.com/sc/market/antnelli/
The brothers sell tuberous begonias and fuchsias through an online catalog. 

Tuberous Begonias  http://gateway.to/begonias
Beginning gardeners-- or full-fledged green thumbers ready to start in on begonias-- can visit this site, where all the aspects of growing tuberous begonias are explained

Sunshine Farm & Gardens  http://www.sunfarm.com/
Find product information on rare plants for the "discriminating gardener," with contact info. 

Proseed USA  http://www.cometobuy.com/directgardening/index.asp
If you just add water, you can now have the flower-filled beds you always dreamed of, thanks to pre-seeded mats. Choose from wildflower gardens, butterfly gardens or flower borders. Find gifts, too. Order online. 

BatesGardens.com  http://www.batesgardens.com
Enjoy the pleasures of garden shopping at home and get the prices you're looking for.  Get free plants, advice, articles and more. 

Crackpots . . . the perfect orchid pot!  http://www.orchidpots.com
The inexpensive terra cotta pots featured at this site are specifically designed for growing orchids. The pots have holes in them designed for the special root systems of this plant. 

Antique Rose Emporium, The  http://www.antiqueroseemporium.com
The Antique Rose Emporium is devoted to bringing Old Garden Roses to modern gardens. Check availability lists to see which types of roses are currently for sale and view the Plant Hardiness Zone Map to learn more about planting and growing seasons. 

Dutch Gardens  http://www.dutchgardens.com/CATALOG/catalog.cgi?fn=home
Highlights the more popular varieties found in its 180-page catalog. Ponder the tulips, hyacinths, irises and other blooming beauties, planting and gardening tips, then request a copy of their catalog to place orders and fill your beds with bulbs. 

Schreiner's Iris Gardens  http://www.schreinersiris.com
Learn the basics of irises, then scan this online catalog from this iris hybridizer and grower. If you prefer, order a printed version of their catalog, as well. 

Territorial Seed Company  http://www.territorial-seed.com/
Click here to order online from a wide array of seeds for home and garden, including vegetable, herb, annual flower, perennial and cover crop seeds as well as hard goods and accessories. 
Listed in NBCi Directory: Plant, Seed & Bulb Retailers
Find more sites about: cover crops | sunflower seeds | territorial seeds

High Country Roses  http://easilink.com/~smf/
This outfit offers an attractive selection of roses, including old garden roses, climbers, shrub roses and many more. Visit for complete listing, rose classifications and ordering info. 

Amity Heritage Roses  http://www.amityheritageroses.com/
This nursery specializes in antique and modern rose varieties and offers their current stock, ordering procedures, background info and contact specs here. 

Bridges Miniature Roses  http://www.bridgesroses.com/
This dealer proffers secure online ordering via their catalog pages, which include a huge array of roses sorted by color class. Also features tips, news and more. 

Spring Valley Roses Nursery and Gardens  http://www.springvalleyroses.com/
Access this Spring Valley, Wisconsin-based grower for a look at their large catalog of hardy roses that can survive severe climates as well as other varieties, accessories and a virtual tour of their nursery. 

Species Iris Group of North America  http://www.geocities.com/RainForest/Vines/7814/
Learn about the annual iris-seed exchange hosted by this flower organization. Visit the online photo gallery for pictures of irises or the reading room for iris-related articles. 

Mike's Pepper Garden  http://edgein.home.mindspring.com
From seed planting to preserving, Mike takes visitors through the pepper production process. Read notes on growing chili peppers. Also, learn how to pickle, dry and can them. 

 Territorial Seed Company  http://www.territorial-seed.com/
Click here to order online from a wide array of seeds for home and garden, including vegetable, herb, annual flower, perennial and cover crop seeds as well as hard goods and accessories. 

High Country Roses  http://easilink.com/~smf/
This outfit offers an attractive selection of roses, including old garden roses, climbers, shrub roses and many more. Visit for complete listing, rose classifications and ordering.

Species Iris Group of North America  ]
Learn about the annual iris-seed exchange hosted by this flower organization. Visit the online photo gallery for pictures of irises or the reading room for iris-related articles. 

Organic Gardening Tips  http://www.plantea.com/moretips.htm
Articles collected at this site cover topics such as compost, no-fail seed starting, rhubarb, edible landscaping, carrot growing, communicating with plants and natural care for cut flowers. 

Garden Helper, The  http://www.thegardenhelper.com
The Garden Helper is a free encyclopedia of gardening help and information. One will find hundreds of easy to understand garden and landscaping guides with care and cultural information about your favorite flowers, trees and plants. 

Traditional Gardening  http://traditionalgardening.com/
Billed as a journal of practical information on creating and restoring classic gardens, this publication contains current and past issues, gardening sources, subscriber information and advertising rates. 

HGTV Online  http://www.hgtv.com/
Home and Garden Television offers a wealth of information here, including a program guide, contest information, a smattering of helpful books available to order and more. 

Plant Information Online  http://plantinfo.umn.edu/default.asp
A service of the University of Minnesota Libraries, the subscription-only Plant Information Online site features tons of great information about nurseries, seeds, plant varieties and more. 

TreeBase  http://www.herbaria.harvard.edu/treebase/
Phylogenetic information sponsored by several leading universities stores data used to generate published research papers. Includes bibliographic information on phylogenetic studies and details on taxa. 

Internatinal Association of Japanese Gardens  http://www.japanese-gardens-assoc.org/
The worldwide organization provides information on its professional symposia and technical training in traditional gardening methods. You can also get membership information, look over a calendar of events and take tours of model gardens. 

Rachel's Reflection  http://www.baynet.net/~wagon/index.htm
Rachel's Reflection provides information on growing, hybridizing, propagating, starting and caring for african violets. Included are photos and diagrams of the plants. 

Perry's Perennial Pages Dr. Leonard Perry's Web pages for on-line perennial and related horticultural information, serving the Green Mountain State of Vermont and the world. This is your original source for herbaceous perennial information and links on the internet!

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