Flowers

Flowers are not only beautiful, but help pollinators and beneficial bugs in the garden. Learn how to grow them with our guides.

Close-up of Autumn Joy Sedum plants in bloom in a sunny garden. Autumn Joy Sedum is a striking perennial plant with thick, fleshy, blue-green leaves that form dense mounds. The plant produces flat clusters of tiny, star-shaped flowers ranging from pale pink to deep pink.

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Autumn Joy Sedum

With rosy pink clusters of flowers that turn burgundy red and copper in the fall, this herbaceous perennial provides the joy of autumn with minimal effort. Horticulturalist and former organic farmer Logan Hailey shares the easiest tips for growing this easygoing succulent plant.

Close-up of a flowering roselle plant in a garden against a blurred green background. The plant produces a large, trumpet-shaped flower with delicate crimson petals and a prominent central stamen. The petals are slightly ruffled. Next to the flower on the stem there is a calyce, which is the fleshy, cup-like structure that forms after the flower has bloomed and encases the seedpod.

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Roselle

Master Naturalist Sarah Jay knows roselle is everyone’s favorite source of hibiscus tea. Beyond that, it’s an amazing plant with unique foliage and flowers. She’s gathered everything you need to know to grow roselle at home here!

Close-up of a bunch of fresh cut flowers on a white table. On the table there is also a glass vase full of water, a golden watering can and pruning shears. Women's hands are about to put flowers in a vase. Flowers such as roses, chrysanthemums, peonies, carnations and Eucalyptus branches.

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How to Make Cut Flowers Last Longer: 11 Pro Tips

Cut flowers are known for their fleeting beauty. However, there are a few ways to slow the aging process, allowing you to enjoy your blooms for far longer. Gardening expert Madison Moulton explains 11 pro tips to extend the life of your cut flowers straight from the garden.

A close-up of vibrant red poppy flowers, their delicate petals capturing the sunlight. The sturdy, green stems rise from lush foliage below, creating a beautiful contrast. In the background, lavender blooms of other plants add a soothing touch to the scene.

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Poppies

Do you love brightly colored, cheerful poppies and want to grow these pretty flowers in your own garden? In this article, learn all you need to know to grow and care for these famously floriferous plants.

Close-up of bright pink and purple blooming Lupines in a sunny garden. Lupines are tall, striking wildflowers that feature dense, spiky clusters of vibrant, pea-like blossoms. Their palmate leaves are typically composed of several leaflets and provide a lush backdrop to the showy floral spikes.

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Do Lupines Need Full Sun, Partial Shade, or Full Shade?

Interested in growing lupines but not sure if you have the right amount of sun? Wondering why the lupines you planted last year are not flowering? Lupines have sun preferences that can be tricky to interpret. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros breaks down the different exposure categories and applies them to the Lupinus genus.

Close-up of Iris sibirica 'Black Joker' flower against a blurred green garden background. The falls, which are the lower petals, are deep maroon-purple with prominent, intricate veins of a lighter purple and golden hue. These falls have a velvety texture and a slightly recurved shape. The standard petals are often slightly lighter in color.

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15 Varieties of Siberian Iris for Your Garden

Siberian irises are smaller than bearded irises but still produce stunning blooms! These hardy perennials make a great border in your flower garden. But which variety should you choose? Gardening expert Kelli Klein will introduce you to 15 of our favorite varieties of Siberian iris that deserve a spot in your garden.

The beautiful blooming spikes of purple and pink lupines shine on a sunny day.

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11 Common Problems With Lupines

Wondering what’s wrong with your lupines this year? Interested in planting some or learning more about the issues that plague them? Certified master gardener Liz Jaros has you covered with this article, which looks at 11 problems you might encounter when growing lupines and offers helpful solutions for each.

Small violas in yellow, red, pink, and white adorn a green salad.

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19 Edible Flowers for Your Garden

Do you love the idea of using flowers in the kitchen but aren’t sure where to start? In this article, gardening expert and food lover Melissa Strauss shares 19 of her favorite flowers to use in the culinary arts.