Ornamental Gardens

Learn how to cultivate beautiful ornamental gardens and how to troubleshoot common pests, diseases, and growing problems!

fragrant roses

Flowers

27 Fragrant Rose Varieties to Grow This Season

The beauty of roses makes them garden-worthy. Their famous fragrance puts them over the top. If you love strongly scented roses, you’ll want to fill your garden with this list of roses with intense perfume. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood outlines her list of the top most fragrant roses to grow in the garden!

incrediball hydrangea

Shrubs

How to Plant, Grow and Care For ‘Incrediball’ Hydrangea

'Incrediball' Hydrangeas are one of the most popular white-blooming hydrangeas planted by gardeners each season. Their ability to thrive in cold weather makes them a great choice for cooler spring climates. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthuisiast Jill Drago shares all you need to know about 'Incrediball' Hydrangeas and their care.

Pink Knock Out Rose Growing in Garden

Flowers

Are Knock Out Roses Amazing Shrubs or All Hype?

Are you thinking about adding some Knock Out roses to your garden? These flowering shrubs are hotly debated in the rose world. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood outlines the pros and cons of growing Knock Out roses to help you decide if they are the right fit for your garden.

viburnum varieties

Shrubs

17 Beautiful Viburnum Varieties to Grow This Season

Looking for a viburnum shrub to grow this season, but aren't sure where to start? There are many different viburnum varieties you can choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her favorite types of viburnum shrubs, with names and pictures of each!

Red sunflower variety growing in garden with red petals

Flowers

27 Stunning Sunflower Varieties to Grow This Season

Thinking of adding some sunflowers to your garden this season but aren't sure where to start? There are many different types of sunflower you can grow, depending on your hardiness zone and how much room you have. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her favorite varieties of sunflower you can grow this season!

Bare Root Roses Sitting at Garden Center in Burlap Sacks

Flowers

How to Plant Bare Root Roses in 6 Easy Steps

Have you seen bare-root roses sitting around in plastic bags or burlap sacks at your local garden center? Many popular rose varieties are sold in bare-root form, an economical way to add roses to your garden. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares her top tips for planting bare-root roses!

Roses next to companion plants in garden

Flowers

31 Companion Plants to Grow with Roses This Season

Are you looking for the best plants to grow alongside your roses? There are a variety of plants that beautify rose gardens while also building their health and resiliency! In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood examines her favorite rose companions, with names and pictures of each.

Bobo hydrangea growing in the garden with large blooming white flowers and green foliage.

Shrubs

How to Plant, Grow and Care for ‘Bobo’ Hydrangea

Thinking of growing Bobo Hydrangea in your garden this season, but aren't sure where to start? This sun-friendly hydrangea variety can grow in many different areas of your garden. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago takes you through all you need to know about Bobo Hydrangeas, including their maintenance and care.

Bright yellow sunflower blooming in garden sun

Flowers

15 Flowers That Are Easy to Grow From Seed

Have you thought about growing your flower garden from seed this year? Starting from seed is a fun and economical way to grow your spring flower garden. In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood tells us about the easiest flowers to grow from seed, with tips for getting started!

Hyacinth flowers growing on the ground blooming in many different colors.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Hyacinth Flowers

If you are looking for an early blooming perennial to add to your garden, Hyacinths might be the perfect plant for you! Hyacinths are a popular garden flower for a number of different reasons. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares the proper steps for growing hyacinth in your garden, including maintenance and care.

roses for beginners

Flowers

21 Low Maintenance Roses for Beginners

Love roses, but always thought they’re too difficult to grow? Roses have an undeserved fussy reputation due to the fragile hybrid teas favored by exhibition growers. For those new to gardening or who prefer low-maintenance plants, there are plenty of easy-care, beautiful roses that you can grow! In this article, we look at our favorite easy to grow rose varieties, with names and pictures of each!