Ornamental Gardens

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

container hostas

Shrubs

15 Tips For Planting Hostas in Pots or Containers

If you are struggling to properly plant hostas in pots or containers this season, you've come to the right place! Hostas are a shade garden favorite, and grow spectacularly in pots or containers. In this article, gardening expert Laura Elsner provides her top tips for growing beautiful container hostas this season!

mums annual or perennial

Flowers

Are Chrysanthemums Annual, Biennial, or Perennial Plants?

Are you thinking of planting some chrysanthemums this season, but want to know if they will come back each year before you start putting them in the ground? In this article, we look at chrysanthemums and their lifespan, as well as if they are annual, biennial, or perennial for your hardiness zone.

begonia blooming tips

Flowers

11 Tips to Keep Your Begonias Blooming all Season Long

Are you constantly struggling with shorter begonia blooms? You've landed in the right place! In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner walks through her top tips for extending the bloom time if your begonias in order to help you keep yours blooming all season long!

Container Grown Delphinium

Flowers

How to Grow Delphiniums in Pots or Containers

Are you thinking of growing delphiniums in containers this season but aren't quite sure where to start? Container grown delphiniums are a great option for gardeners that have limited space. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner walks through eight simple steps to grow beautiful delphiniums in pots or containers this season!

tulips annual or perennial

Flowers

Are Tulips Considered Annual, Biennial, or Perennial Flowers?

Thinking of planting tulips this season, but aren't sure if they are annual, biennial, or perennial flowers? Tulips are a favorite early-bloomer amongst many gardeners. In this article we look at the growth and bloom cycle of the tulip, and if you can expect to replant them each season, or if they will come back each year depending on your geographic location.

Wild Daisy in Field

Flowers

Are Daisies Annual, Biennial, or Perennial Plants?

Are you thinking of adding some daisies to your garden bed this season but aren't sure if they will come back each season, or if you'll have to replant them? In this article, we take a look at if daisies are considered annual, biennial, or perennial plants based on the hardiness zone that you are growing in.

rhododendron bloloming tips

Shrubs

14 Tips For Beautiful Blooming Rhododendrons This Season

If you are trying to keep your rhododendrons blooming as long as possible, you are in the right place! Rhodies are beautiful blooming shrubs, but there are some actions you can take to keep them blooming even longer. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago gives you her top tops to ensure your Rhodies are blooming all season long!

Flowers

Aster Varieties: 25 Types of Aster Flowers For Your Garden

Asters come in many shapes and sizes. If you've decided to plant some asters this season but aren't sure what to pick, you've come to the right place! In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros walks through her favorite aster varieties you can plant in your garden this season!

grow azaleas

Shrubs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Azaleas

Thinking of adding some Azaleas to your garden this season but aren't quite sure where to start? Azaleas are one of the most popular shrubs you can grow, behind Hydrangeas and Rhododendrons (which Azaleas are just a variety of). In this article, gardening expert and flowering shrub enthusiast Jill Drago teaches you how to plant, grow, and care for Azaleas in your garden!

how to grow hydrangeas as trees

Shrubs

How to Grow & Shape Your Hydrangea Shrubs into Trees

If you are trying to grow your hydrangeas into a tree, but don't know where to start, you are in the right place. Growing hydrangeas as trees can be a little bit of a challenge, but it can be done with a patience and dedication. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through each step you'll need to follow for beautiful tree like hydrangeas.

A hand gently holds a green watering can, poised to nourish a vibrant array of potted petunias in different hues. The petunias bloom in shades of red, purple, and white, creating a delightful mixture of colors. The rectangular pot contains rich, dark soil, complemented by neatly trimmed grass beneath.

Flowers

How Much and How Often Should You Water Petunias?

Not sure how much water your petunias need, or how often you should be watering them? In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley examines how much moisture your petunias will need, from when they are first planted, to when they are in full bloom.