Peony blooms fall into a few structural types – single, Japanese/semidouble, full double, and tree – and type matters more for garden performance than variety name. Full double peonies put
Think planting season ends when summer does? Think again! While your neighbors pack away their gardening gloves, you could be setting the stage for the most spectacular spring garden on the
Just when your summer containers start looking sad and neglected, fall arrives with a spectacular secret arsenal of flowers ready to transform those empty pots into vibrant displays! (And no,
Did you know that September is like nature’s free seed catalog come to life? While most gardeners are busy cleaning up, they’re actually tossing potential garden gold into the compost
Did you know the average gardener can save over $100 each year just by harvesting their own flower seeds? August is when most annual and perennial flowers have mature seeds
Think August is too hot for planting? You might want to reconsider. While your neighbors are waiting until fall to get their hands dirty, you could be setting up your
Think September means your garden is done for the year? Not quite. While other yards start to fade, yours can still have plenty of color through the cooler months. The
Imagine having a garden that replants itself while you relax. It’s not a fantasy – it’s what happens when you grow self-seeding flowers. When my mom first told me about
Ever planted pretty spring flowers only to watch them fade before summer even arrives? The truth is, timing matters more than most people realize. Like showing up to a party
Those gardens that seem to bloom nonstop aren’t just lucky. They’re using one simple habit: deadheading. It’s fast, it’s easy, and it can turn a plain garden into something special.
Ever walked past a garden with a stunning lavender tree and wondered why yours just looks like a sad, sprawling shrub? You’re not alone. I was shocked to discover that
Did you know that scent is the sense most strongly tied to memory and emotion? (I was shocked to discover that the right fragrant plant can actually lower your blood
Picture this: a towering 7-foot plant that literally stops hummingbirds mid-flight and causes butterfly traffic jams in your garden. Sounds too good to be true? Meet Joe Pye Weed. The
Most gardeners make this heartbreaking mistake: they choose plants that give them two weeks of gorgeous blooms, then spend the rest of the summer staring at green leaves. But what
Gardening enthusiasts often seek ways to create beautiful landscapes with minimal effort. One effective method is using flowering plants that can self-seed. This allows them to grow back each year
September is a great time to start planting flower seeds for next year’s garden. Many flowers benefit from being planted in the fall. By sowing seeds now, gardeners can enjoy
Finding plants that flourish with minimal care is crucial for gardeners with busy schedules. This article explores 12 flowering perennials that require little attention while adding beauty and color to
As the gardening season concludes, perennials may begin dropping leaves and entering dormancy. This natural process often prompts gardeners to question whether to cut back their perennials or leave them
Salpiglossis sinuata, also known as the painted tongue flower, is a stunning annual plant that captivates gardeners with its unique trumpet-shaped blooms. This nightshade family member is native to southern
Fall brings cooler weather and changes the colors in gardens, with many plants thriving in autumn to add beauty and interest to borders as summer flowers fade. Gardeners have a
August is an important month for gardeners looking to create a vibrant garden for the following spring and summer. Planting certain flowers allows them to take root and thrive, leading
Gardening enthusiasts often seek beautiful plants that provide dual purposes in their outdoor spaces. Many are particularly interested in finding plants that not only attract butterflies but also repel bothersome
Gardening enthusiasts often struggle to keep their gardens colorful and vibrant as the summer progresses. Planting the right flower seeds in July can ensure the garden continues blooming beautifully into
Sunflowers are a beautiful addition to any garden, known for their bright and cheerful appearance. They can grow to impressive heights and are relatively easy to cultivate with the right
Coffee grounds are a popular addition to garden compost because they enhance soil acidity and provide essential nutrients. While many plants benefit from this boost, some do not respond well
Gaillardia, commonly known as blanket flower, has long been adored by gardeners for its hardiness, vibrant colors, and cheerful burst of summer color. But beyond its aesthetic values, there are
Chrysanthemum × koreanum (kris-AN-the-mum kor-ee-AH-num) are perennial plants that can be easily grown in the landscape, even in frigid climates. These members of the Asteraceae family of plants grow wild
Abutilon megapotamicum [a-BEW-tih-lon meg-uh-poh-TAM-ih-kum] aka flowering maples, are graceful, fast-growing plants with trailing stems. It often blooms throughout most of the year, offering extra color from spring to fall and
Companion planting is the pinnacle of gardening and has much more to do with nature’s inherent ability to protect itself than simple aesthetics. For example, an issue of Mother Earth
The Datura plant is native to the South, Central, and North American regions. This large plant has pale, grayish-green leaves and white, trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom at night. The Datura finds
The Flowering Tobaccos – Nicotiana alata and Nicotiana sylvestris are excellent plants for bold effects and massing in the garden. They are also attractive potted specimens and flowers for cutting.
The Foxglove Plant (Digitalis purpurea), one remarkable, distinctive flower reminiscent of our earlier childhood years. Seeing the foxglove brings us back to memories of summers long past spent in cottage gardens.
No flower runs through a greater range of true blue than does the gentian. Since its various species provide bloom from early March to winter snows, it seems strange that
Many beautiful plants have come to us from the tropical regions of the world. The cleome flower, or spider-flower (not the spider plant chlorophytum comosum), is one of them. Its
Most people know Liatris as a cut flower. The gayfeather flower with its long, purple spikes make an attractive addition to a wide variety of bouquets, so it appears very
Perennial sweet pea aka Lathyrus latifolius [LAY-thy-russ lat-ee-FOH-lee-us] is a rhizomatous herbaceous perennial. Known as: The plant is a member of the Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee) family and a native of the
Phacelia Tanacetifolia (fa-SEE-lee-uh, tan-uh-see-tee-FOO-lee-uh) is a flowering species of the Boraginaceae family, also known as the hydrophyllaceae and forget-me-not family. It is also sometimes referred to as Phacelia Tanacetifolia Benth.
Lunaria Annua (loo-NAR-ee-uh, AN-yoo-uh) is a flowering plant species from the Brassicaceae or Cruciferae family. This family of plants is commonly known as the cabbage family and the plants are
Have you ever heard of the term “deadhead”? No, we’re not talking about the diehard fans of the band “The Grateful Dead.” So what is deadheading then? Deadheading flowers is
The Nasturtium flower is a long-time favorite treasured for its bright colors (like coleus plants) and low-maintenance hardiness. You’ll find a wide number of nasturtium varieties available to suit every