Ornamental Gardens

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

Native Plants for Tennessee Gardens

Ornamental Gardens

17 Native Plants For Tennessee Gardens

Are you thinking of adding some native plants to your Tennesee garden? There are many different native plant options, depending on the area of the state you live in. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares some of her faborite native plants for Tennessee garden spaces.

Jackmans Clematis Blooming on a vine in Deep Violet Color

Vines

How to Plant, Grow and Care for Clematis ‘Jackmanii’

Are you looking for a unique flowering vine to add to your garden this season? 'Jackmanii' Clematis might be just the right plant to liven up your gardening space! In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares all you need to know about growing 'Jackmanii' Clematis, including maintenance and care.

New York Aster Perennial Growing in Garden with Purple Flowers

Flowers

15 Flowering Perennials For New York Gardens

Looking for a few perennial plants to add some color to your New York garden? There are plenty of different options, depending on what part of the state your garden is in! In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen walks through her favorite perennial plants for New York gardens.

Tennessee Purple Coneflower blooming perennial in the garden with pink flowers

Flowers

21 Flowering Perennials for Tennessee Gardens

Are you thinking of adding some flowering perennials to your Tennessee garden, but aren't quite sure which plants to choose? There are many different options to pick from, depending on what area of the state you live in. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her favorite flowering perennials for Tennessee gardens.

Flowers

11 Tips For Growing Chrysanthemums in Pots

Thinking of growing chrysanthemums in pots or containers this season? Garden mums can be a welcome addition to any fall garden. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her top tips for beautiful blooming mums in containers or pots.

fall mums alive

Flowers

10 Tips For Keeping Your Fall Mums Alive This Season

Do you struggle to keep your fall chrysanthemums alive during the blooming season? Fall mums are picky plants, and it's not uncommon to see them die quickly if not properly cared for. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her top tips to keep your mums alive this fall.

budget friendly perennials

Flowers

23 Perennial Plants For Gardeners on a Budget

Are you looking to start a perennial garden, but want to stay within a certain budget? There are many different perennial plants that you can grow, without breaking the bank. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen lists out her favorite budget-friendly perennials, with names and pictures of each!

privacy hedges

Shrubs

27 Flowering Shrubs That Make Beautiful Privacy Hedges

Are you looking for a flowering plant that can act as a privacy hedge? There are a number of different plants you can choose from! In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen takes a deeper look at her favorite flowering shrubs that can make beautiful privacy hedges in your yard or garden space.

evergreen clematis

Vines

11 Spring Blooming Evergreen Clematis Varieties For Your Garden

Are you looking for some spring-blooming clematis varieties to add to your garden? There are many different types of evergreen clematis that will fit this criterion. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen examines her favorite evergreen clematis varieties that will bloom in the spring.

A shot of leaves and flowers covered in snow, showcasing how to overwinter clematis

Vines

How to Overwinter Your Clematis

Are you preparing your flowering clematis plant for winter this season, but aren't sure where to start? These perennial vines are a garden mainstay, but can be susceptible to frost. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her top tips for overwintering your clematis this season.