Ornamental Gardens

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

A close-up shot of a developing deciduous shrub showcasing its leaves and flowers, called hummingbird bush

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Hummingbird Bush

Known as hummingbird bush for attracting hummingbirds, Anisacanthus quadrifidus var. wrightii is a native deciduous shrub with vibrant red to orange flowers. This low-maintenance bush adds pops of color in a garden, and is easy to grow. Kelli Klein will explain all you need to grow these pretty shrubs.

Gardener with blue gloves transplanting red rose shrubs into a garden location.

Flowers

How and When to Transplant Rose Bushes

Is your rose in a less-than-ideal spot? Roses can be successfully transplanted, but when and how you do it will affect the outcome. In this article, expert gardener and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood explains the best time for moving a rose and some steps to ensure a successful start in its new home.

Flowers

30 Flowers to Start From Seed in April

Are you thinking of growing some flowers from seed in the month of April? There are many different flowers to choose from as spring begins to arrive for many hardiness zones. In this article, gardening expert Kelli Klein shares some of her favorite flowers to plant in the month of April!

roses annual or perennial

Flowers

Are Roses Considered Annual, Biennial or Perennial Shrubs?

Interested in planting some roses in your garden, but wondering if they’ll come back every year? Roses are a timeless flower, providing beauty, fragrance, and color to gardens from formal to cottage. In this article, we help you understand the difference between annual, biennial, and perennial plants, and how the life cycle of roses will play out in your garden!

Gardener is pruning a jade plant with shears that have plastic handles and steel heads.

Cacti & Succulents

How to Prune Jade Plants in 4 Easy Steps

Does your Jade Plant need a good pruning? If so, this task might seem daunting if you don't know where to start. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton shares the simple steps you'll need to take in order to properly prune your Jade Plants.

Pink Dahlias in the garden blooming mid summer

Flowers

When and How to Plant Dahlias for the Best Blooms

Knowing when to plant dahlias will help you get an insane amount of gorgeous flowers. How you plant and store them is just as important. In this guide, gardening expert Kaleigh Brillon explains the best time of year to plant dahlias and how to get it right.

Potted Succulents growing in various colored pots of ceramic and glass indoors

Cacti & Succulents

11 Tips for Growing Beautiful Indoor Succulent Gardens

Are you thinking of expanding your indoor succulent garden? If you approach it the right way, growing a succulent garden indoors can be both rewarding and fairly straightforward. In this article, gardening expert and houseplant enthusiast Madison Moulton shares her top tips for creating a beautiful indoor succulent garden this season.

A close-up shot of a large composition of vibrant pink blooms and green foliage, showcasing the peggy martin rose

Flowers

11 Reasons to Grow a ‘Peggy Martin’ Rose This Season

Are you thinking of adding a new rose to your garden this season, but aren't sure which variety to choose? The 'Peggy Martin' Rose has a storied history to match its beautiful blooms. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some of her favorite reasons for planting a 'Peggy Martin' rose in your garden this season.

A close-up shot of flowers of a small tree called the plumeria

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Plumeria

Thinking of planting some plumeria in your garden but aren't sure where to start? This popular plant grows well in a variety of different environments. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares her top tips for growing plumeria in your indoor or outdoor garden this season.

orchids hanging baskets

Flowers

9 Tips For Growing Beautiful Orchids in Hanging Baskets

Orchids can be picky plants when it comes to their growth habitat. So you may be concerned if you are trying to grow them in anything other than their natural environment. The good news is, hanging baskets are close to native environments for many orchid types. In this article, gardening expert and orchid enthusiast Melissa Strauss shares her top tips for beautiful blooming orchids in hanging baskets!

A close-up shot of a composition of flowers, that answers the questions, are dahlias perennials

Flowers

Are Dahlias Perennials or Annuals?

Are dahlias perennials, or are they annuals? Depending on where you're growing dahlias, the answer may change. Gardening expert Kelli Klein explains why that is and what it means for your flower garden.