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.
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.
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.
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.
The charming spires of dragon-lipped flowers of Antirrhinum have been beloved for centuries. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey has all the best tips and tricks for growing dazzling snapdragons with ease.
Zinnias are a beloved annual flower, bringing cheer and bright colors to gardens worldwide. However, growing them comes with some potential issues. Join small-scale farming expert Jenna Rich as she discusses cultural mistakes, diseases, and pests that might disrupt a successful zinnia garden patch.
Are you interested in growing meadow rue in your garden? This underused perennial offers ornamental flowers and foliage and thrives in challenging conditions. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago covers everything you need to know to plant, grow, and care for meadow rue.
Are you looking for a flashy, splashy, flowering evergreen to add interest to the garden landscape? Look no further than the bottlebrush plant. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares 27 exciting varieties of bottlebrush for the garden in this article.
From air drying to pressing between the pages of your favorite book, there are so many ways to dry flowers from your garden and preserve their beauty. Gardening expert Madison Moulton takes you through seven methods to try at home, no matter the use of your dried flowers.
As one of the best multifunctional flowering plants, phacelia is remarkably underused in the garden. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey digs into how you can cultivate this easygoing wildflower for pollinator paradise, weed suppression, cover cropping, and more!
Canna lilies are gorgeous tropical plants that wow in the garden. If you live in a cooler climate, you probably want to store your canna bulbs for the winter. Here are some tips to get your cannas through the cold weather to bloom again next year.
Violas bring cheery blooms to the frosty garden from fall through spring. Highlights of cool-season displays, violas, pansies, and violets add abundant flowers in full color to containers and garden beds. Garden expert Katherine Rowe highlights select varieties sure to bring a showstopping look to the seasons ahead.