Growing Texas Lantana: Top Tips for Lantana urticoides
Looking for a tough yet beautiful plant to fill a hot, sunny spot? Texas lantana (L. urticoides) is a great…
Looking for a tough yet beautiful plant to fill a hot, sunny spot? Texas lantana (L. urticoides) is a great…
Salvia nemorosa, or woodland sage, brightens the landscape with spikes of blue-violet flowers above gray-green foliage. A member of the…
Geranium Rozanne brings gorgeous color to the landscape with its long-lasting, large blue blossoms. This hardy perennial geranium, commonly known…
Long a herald of spring, the fragrant cowslip (Primula veris) blooms with sunny yellow blossoms. This perennial is easy to…
Lobelia cardinalis, commonly known as the cardinal flower, has long graced wet landscape areas with tall spikes of bright red…
Catchfly, or Silene, has been a subject of scientific study for more than a century. From Darwin to Mendel to…
Everything You Need to Know About Auricula Flowers
With its fresh scent, distinct flavor, and attractive foliage, the many species of mint (Mentha) plants have long been prized…
Marjoram has long-held value for its culinary, medicinal, and aromatic uses. Ancient Egyptians adorned mummies with fragrant marjoram wreaths, and…
The ivy plant’s glossy leaves and flowers appear throughout history, climbing through the myths of ancient Greece and the divine…
Heliotrope, the cherry pie plant, has been a popular cottage garden flower since the Victorian era. The blossoms are prized…
With their glossy, serrated leaves and bright berries, holly (Ilex ssp.) stands out as an iconic ornamental plant. The plant’s…
Coreopsis (C. tinctoria), calliopsis or tickseed, is a wildflower known for its bright golden and red blooms and lacy foliage….
When it comes to showy spring blooms, the crown imperial (Fritillaria imperialis) stands out. With their large, bell-shaped, red and…
Crocosmia — a staple of Victorian-era gardens — sway atop long, swordlike foliage resembling ornamental grass. Also known as falling…
A cottage garden staple, Canterbury bells are beloved for their unique blossoms and dramatic, upright stems. Also known as cup…
The camas flower, also known as wild hyacinth or camassia, was long an essential source of food for indigenous North…
If you want a long-flowering, richly symbolic, and fragrant plant that deer hate and pollinators love, look no further than…
Thistles or Cirsium may be best known for their showy purple flowers and pink flowers, in addition to their prickly…
Limonium sinuatum or statice flower, also known as sea lavender, is a popular ornamental plant that can thrive in difficult,…
Long heralded as a sign that winter is finally over, the primrose (Primula vulgaris) graces the damp, shady areas of…
Dahlias grow in a virtual rainbow of hues; the American Dahlia Society (ADS) has named 15 officially recognized dahlia flower…
The many types of dahlia flowers are hard to beat when it comes to the diversity of colors, sizes, and…
Everything You Need to Know About Deadly Nightshade
If you’re looking for a carefree houseplant that’s easy to grow and looks great year-round, don’t pass up the kalanchoe….
If you’re looking for a flower that offers deep symbolism, sends a meaningful message, and has a stunning appearance, the…
With its creamy white blossoms that bloom only at night, it’s easy to see why the moonflower (Ipomoea alba) is…
Agrimony flowers are a great way to say “thank you.” In the Victorian language of flowers, these cheerful yellow blooms…
As its name suggests, the allspice flower (Calycanthus floridus) is beloved for its fragrance, which many describe as intoxicating: a…
If you’re seeking a flower with lovely blooms, attractive foliage, and rich symbolism, the Adonis flower stands out. Members of…
In this guide, I’ll share my top tips on orchid cactus (Epiphyllum) plant care at home. I love growing these plants…
In this guide, I’ll run through everything you need to know about Heartleaf Philodendron plant care at home. I love…
The lovely mimosa flower (Acacia dealbata) has long been the symbol of International Women’s Day. These cheerful yellow blossoms signify…
Nothing heralds the arrival of spring quite like the daffodil (Narcissus spp.) These cheerful flowers, with their iconic yellow or…
If you’re seeking a bedding plant to fill those shady spots in the garden with bright colors, look no further…
Thanks to their intoxicating fragrance, gem-like colors, and long vase life, freesias have long been popular in home gardens and…
The Siam tulip (Curcuma petiolate) goes by many names: some call it the queen lily or hidden lily, while others…
If you’re looking for a beautiful yet tough perennial for your waterwise garden or xeriscape, look no further than the…
When it comes to unusual flowers, the cobra lily (Darlingtonia californica) stands alone. This carnivorous plant has modified foliage that…
The delicate cuckoo flower (Cardamine pratensis), also known as lady’s smock or milkmaids, blooms with pale pink flowers in spring….
If you’re looking for flowers that make a statement, the stunning, magnificent gloriosa lily is always a perfect choice. Also…
When it comes to birthday gifts, flowers are always a fantastic choice. Who wouldn’t love a gift that fills the…
For luxury gourmet gift baskets and hampers, iGourmet offers a specialized gifting service designed for those who love all things…
It only happens once a year, so why not make it an extra-special day? That’s right, we’re talking about birthdays…
If you had to guess — right off the top of your head — which flower color is most commonly…