Whether you’re a budding gardener, a flower enthusiast, or someone with a deep appreciation for the beauty of the natural world, our guides offer practical and inspirational tips around all things flowers, plants, and gardening. 🌸🌱🌼
Don’t mistake the true Myrtle (Myrtus) for its distant cousin, the Crepe Myrtle—this plant has its own unique story to…
Pink camellias are a garden classic, combining timeless beauty with year-round appeal. These evergreen shrubs dazzle with their glossy green…
Hollyhocks (Alcea rosea) have a timeless charm that brings to mind weathered picket fences and sunlit country gardens. These classic…
“Hey, sweet pea” is an expression we’ve all grown up hearing. But few of us have actually spent time thinking…
The black lotus flower is more than just an enigma of nature—it’s a powerful symbol steeped in cultural, spiritual, and…
Q: When should I cut back my coneflowers, and what’s the best way to go about it each season? I’m…
Q: When’s the best time to fertilize my herbaceous peonies, and how can I encourage healthier, more beautiful blooms in…
Yellow flowers bring endless joy to gardens and bouquets with their sunny, feel-good glow! From bright citron blooms to soft…
Weeds are like uninvited guests that just won’t leave. No matter how often you pull them, they seem to pop…
Full sun spots can be tricky in the garden, but they’re also prime real estate for some of the toughest,…
Bees are the unsung heroes of the garden. Without them, many of our favorite flowers and plants wouldn’t thrive. But…
Tired of mowing your lawn every weekend? It’s time to think outside the grass box. Groundcovers offer a fresh take…
Groundcovers are your secret weapon for filling in garden gaps, keeping weeds in check, and adding a splash of color…
Ground cover plants are perfect for filling in the gaps, keeping the soil warm, and helping manage weeds in your…
Gardening in small spaces doesn’t mean giving up on big, beautiful flowering bulbs. Trust me, I’ve seen tiny balconies turn…
If you’re the type of gardener who likes to shake things up a bit, then this list is for you….
Growing your own food is one of the easiest ways to cut down on grocery bills, but some crops are…
Just because the flowers are resting doesn’t mean you get to! Winter is a great time to clean up the…
We all know the saying, “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” and in the garden, that couldn’t be more…
We’ve all been there. You plant something that seems like a good idea at the time, only to find out…
A lot of folks think gardening is an easy way to save cash on groceries. But here’s the kicker—it’s not…
Spring flowering bulbs are like nature’s alarm clock, waking up your garden after the worst of winter finally passes. You…
Alliums, also known as ornamental onions, add a fun and funky touch to any garden with their round, pom-pom-like blooms….
When it comes to creating a vibrant, colorful garden, flowering bulbs are your secret weapon. From early spring to late…
Flower bulbs bring color and beauty to any outdoor space. They come in many shapes and sizes, from tiny crocuses…
Flowering shrubs are ideal for adding structure, color, and texture to gardens, landscaping projects, or natural areas. They can serve…
Shrubs are the backbone of the garden, offering structure and interest all year round. Whether they’re flowering, evergreen, or deciduous,…
If your garden boasts abundant bright sunshine throughout the day, these beautiful biennials that thrive in full sun are some…
Evening primroses are generally fuss-free flowers that bloom in lovely, soft yellow, pink, or white hues. You can start them from…
If your garden has a few neglected shady corners, these shade-tolerant biennials are the perfect way to bring an array…
My favorite thing about easy-care biennials is that they give you the best of both worlds: the long-lasting presence of…
I’ve got fond memories dating back to childhood of my grandparents growing hollyhocks in their cottage garden. These classic blooms…
Biennial flowers hold a special place in the gardening world, offering a unique life cycle that spans two growing seasons….
Shaded parts of the garden can feel like a bit of a mystery, can’t they? Those cool, shadowy spots under…
Astilbes are lovely perennials that showcase feathery, plume-like blooms in shades of pink, red, purple, and white. With the right conditions…
If your backyard basks under the radiant sun for most of the day, these beautiful perennial flowers for full sun…
Beneficial garden insects and bugs do a stellar job of helping plants grow and keeping natural ecosystems in check. But…
Perennials are like the reliable old friends of the garden—once they’re settled in, they keep coming back year after year…
Perennial flowers are plants that live for two or more years, blooming repeatedly without needing to be replanted. Typically, these hardy…
Growing sweet peas is easy and rewarding. These lovely climbing annual flowers bring color and fragrance to any garden. There’s…
If you’re blessed with a sunny garden throughout the growing season, these beautiful annuals are some of the best options…
Cosmos are stunning annual flowers that are incredibly easy to grow in your own garden. Available in a range of…
Have you ever grown something in your garden that you wish you hadn’t? Hindsight, as they say, is a powerful…
Whether you’re looking to fill a shaded spot under a tree or don’t have an abundance of natural sunlight in…
I’d place sunflowers right up there in terms of the most iconic garden flowers to grow at home. Known for…
