Ornamental Gardens

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

A close-up of Coral Honeysuckle in full bloom reveals vibrant, tubular scarlet-orange flowers. The lush green leaves and twining branches frame the blossoms beautifully.

Vines

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Coral Honeysuckle

Are you interested in growing coral honeysuckle in your garden? This beautiful flowering vine is native to the southeastern United States and a magnet for hummingbirds! In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these spectacular plants.

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

Flowers

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.

bulbs for sun and shade

Bulbs

21 Best Bulb Varieties for Sun and Shade

Are you thinking of planting some bulbs this fall and wondering which plants will survive best in your garden? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares 21 bulbs for sun or shade that you can plant in the garden now.

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

Flowers

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.

A cluster of ripening blueberries grows on a beautiful red-stemmed blueberry shrub.

Ornamental Gardens

31 Recommended Native Plants for The Northeast

Are you gardening in the Northeast and wondering which native plants to grow? There are plenty of beautiful native plants to compliment your landscape, from ground covers to trees and everything in between. In this article, garden expert Liessa Bowen introduces 31 fantastic native plants for Northeastern gardens.

A close-up of a Spiraea variety with numerous light purple blooms. These blossoms create a striking visual contrast against the lush green leaves and branches of the plant. The delicate and vibrant blooms add a touch of whimsical charm to the overall composition.

Shrubs

31 Beautiful Spirea Varieties For Your Landscape

Are you thinking of adding a spirea or two to your garden? There are many different species and varieties of spirea for you to choose from. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago looks at some popular and beautiful varieties of spirea for your landscape!

A close-up of Zinnia flowers reveals a vibrant array of colors, from fiery reds to delicate pinks and sunny yellows. Surrounding these blossoms are lush green leaves and slender, elegant stems that support the floral display.

Flowers

15 Common Zinnia-Growing Problems

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.

A close up view of the delicate, lacy, bright-green fronds of several lady fern plants clustered together.

Ornamental Gardens

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Lady Ferns

This elegant, lacy fern is native to the entire U.S. and thrives in shady, moist areas. If you need to fill a north or east-facing landscape bed or an area beneath large trees, former organic farmer Logan Hailey has all the details you need to grow thriving lady ferns.

A spacious garden filled with vibrant greenery and a thriving meadow rue plant. Atop the sea of green, the meadow rue plant showcases its elegance with clusters of striking purple flowers.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Meadow Rue

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.