Ornamental Gardens

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

Gardener pruning butterfly bush

Shrubs

How to Prune a Butterfly Bush in 7 Easy Steps

Butterfly Bushes are wonderful pollinator attractors, but can become unruly if they aren't kept to a regular pruning schedule. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks through the exact steps you'll want to follow when pruning your butterfly bushes this season.

Beautiful flowers of Magnolia stellata in bright sunlight

Trees

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

Trying to figure out how much sun your magnolia tree needs before putting it in the ground? These popular trees are fairly adaptable, but will thrive in certain growing conditions. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines if your magnolia needs full sun, partial shade, or a fully shaded location to grow well.

flowers bloom at night

Flowers

21 Night Blooming Flowers For a Captivating Moon Garden

Are you thinking about planting a Moon garden but are not sure where to start? A night-blooming garden is a stunning addition to an outdoor living space. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her favorite night-blooming plants that are perfect for a Moon garden.

Close up of the top of a grafted cactus plant called a crested euphorbia. White with pink edges and a coral-like texture is attached to a thick green stem with thick leaves. The background is brown and blurred.

Cacti & Succulents

How to Grow, Plant, and Care For Coral Cactus

You may be surprised when you find out that coral cactus isn't even an actual cactus at all! These popular succulents make wonderful indoor and outdoor plants. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton shares all you need to know about the Coral Cactus, including maintenance and care requirements.

scented geraniums

Flowers

17 Scented Geraniums For Your Flowerbeds

Looking for a versatile and lovely smelling flower to plant this season? The scented geranium is a fantastic option for gardens of all types and sizes! In this article, gardening expert and cut flower farmer Taylor Sievers shares her favorite scented geraniums to add to your indoor or outdoor garden this season.

Transplanting Hibiscus from a pot

Shrubs

How and When to Transplant Hibiscus Step-by-Step

Transplanting your hibiscus plant at the right time can be the difference between a successful transplanting and one that failed. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares all you need to know about when to transplant your hibiscus plants, and exactly how to do it.

White Rose blooms on a background of green leaves

Flowers

11 Rose Growing Myths Debunked

Are you intimidated by the contradictory rose-growing advice on the internet? Myths abound, leading to confusion and frustration. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood examines 11 common rose-growing myths and debunks them with research and common sense.

purple hibiscus

Shrubs

13 Beautiful Types of Purple Hibiscus to Grow This Season

Are you looking for some purple hibiscus to grow in your garden this season? These lovely shrubs make beautiful additions to any garden, but which shade of purple should you pick? In this article, gardening experrt Melissa Strauss shares her favorite purple blooming hibiscus plants to add to your garden this season.

prune hydrangeas spring or winter

Shrubs

When Should You Prune Hydrangeas?

Do you need to prune your hydrangeas, but aren't sure if it's better to prune them in the spring or the wintertime? Picking the perfect time to prune them can be the difference between full or failed blooms come summertime. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago examines the best time of year to prune your hydrangeas.

feverfew

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Feverfew

Feverfew is a lovely flower that has many practical uses in the garden. It makes a great companion and is fairly low maintenance. In this article, gardening expert Logan Hailey shares everything you need to know about growing feverfew in your garden this season!