Thinking of planting some coleus in your garden, but aren't sure if they can take full sun? The good news is, there are several coleus varieties that can handle more sunlight than others, despite what you may have heard. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner takes a look at her favorite sun-friendly coleus varieties.
Thinking of planting some hydrangeas this year, but want to know if they will return the following season, or if you'll need to replant them? The answer will depend on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines if hydrangeas are annuals, perennials, or biennials.
Shampoo ginger is a close relative of the normal ginger plant, but is used for hair conditioner and skincare. Sarah Jay will guide you through the steps to growing this interesting plant.
Looking for some perennials to plant in your zone 5 shade garden? Or perhaps you live in a zone 5 climate but have a garden area that just doesn't get much sun? In this article, we take a deeper look at our favorite shade-friendly perennial plants for zone 5 gardens. These cold-hardy plants can withstand cooler temperatures, and partial sun.
Are you thinking of planting hydrangeas in your garden, but aren't sure if they prefer full sun or partial shade? Better yet, can they grow in fully shaded areas? While the answer to these questions is often variety dependent, there's some good general guidelines you can adhere to. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines if your hydrangeas need full sun, partial shade, or if they can live in full shade.
Thinking of planting some perennial flowering vines but aren't sure what to pick? Finding the right vines for your garden can be a challenge, with there being so many to pick from. In this article, we look at our favorite perennial flowering vines and climbers for your garden space.
Want to know how long Orange Star Plants live? These Southern African natives are popular perennial bulbs with a long lifespan. But to get the most out of them, they need proper care and maintenance. Gardening expert Madison Moulton discusses how long these plants live for and how you can extend their lifespan as long as possible.
Looking for some colorful perennial flowers that will give your garden a burst of bright color this year? Perennial flowers that have some pop can add quite a bit of show to any garden space. In this article, we take a look at our favorite perennial flowers that will give your garden a nice burst of color!
Are you thinking about adding some dahlias to your garden, but want to make sure that their colors will look great with your other flowers? The good news is that dahlias come in many different colors variations. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at all the different colored dahlia flowers you can add to your garden this season.
Looking for trees to plant in your Arizona yard or garden space? Arizona is HOT! So it takes a special type of tree to be able to hold up to some of the hottest temperatures in the entire United States. In this guide, we take a look at some of the best trees to plant in around your home or in your garden, that can withstand some of the hottest climates.
Should you deadhead your dahlias? And if you do, when is the best time during the season to do it? These are questions many gardeners have as they try to get the most out of their dahlia blooms. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through how to deadhead dahlias, and the best time of season to start doing it.
If you live in zone 5 and want to plant some dahlias, it can be confusing to understand when to plant them for the best results. Dahlias can be fickle flowers depending on their climate and growing conditions, so planting at the right time will give you the best opportunities for better blooms. In this article, gardening expert Liz Jaros examines the optimal timing to plant your dahlias in zone 5.