Are you trying to get the most out of your Astilbe blooms this season? There are a few different actions you can take that will keep your Astilbe's blooms thriving. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner shares her top tips for long-lasting Astilbe flowers in the garden.
The interspecific pluot tree is a hybrid of plums and apricots that produces juicy, delicious fruit. Floyd Zaiger developed this fruit tree in the US. Sarah Jay will share our tips on growing pluots at home.
Are you thinking of adding some shorter perennial plants to your garden edges or borders? In this article, we examine 61 of our favorite perennial plants that are smaller in stature. These plants will return year after year, and give your garden a great look with the foliage that's closer to the ground.
Thinking of planting some hostas in your garden but aren't sure which variety to choose? The good news is that there are over 3,000 different types of hosta cultivars to choose from! In this article, certified master gardener and hosta expert Laura Elsner takes walks through her favorite hosta varieties.
If you have a shaded gardening area, finding the right flowers to plant can be quite a challenge. It's important to have the right balance of sunlight for perennials to come back year after year. In this article, hobby gardener Jason White looks at 31 shade loving perennials that will come back each year if properly cared for.
Thinking of adding some color to your garden, and have settled on some bright orange? Finding the right balance of colors in any flower garden is critical, especially if you want these flowers to come back each year. In this article, we look at our favorite orange perennial flowers that will help bring a bit of energy to your flower garden this season, and many more after it.
Are you trying to grow petunias from seed this season but aren't sure where to start? Whether seeds are started indoors, or winter sown outdoors, these tender perennials are fast-growing and low maintenance. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley share how to grow petunias from seed in a few simple steps.
Thinking of planting some jackfruit trees in your backyard, or somewhere in your home garden, but aren't sure where to start? Jackfruit can be a unique tree to grow, but they do best in certain hardiness zones, and perform well with certain soil types. Find out how to plant, grow, and care for Jackfruit in your backyard or home garden.
Looking to add some new perennial flowers to your garden, but want to make sure they bloom as early as possible? There are many early blooming spring perennials that will do the job, and the key is finding the right balance of colors and growth. In this article, we look at our favorite early bloomers that will give your garden some color in the early spring.
Trying to create a beautiful xeriscape? We're exploring our favorite succulent ground cover plants to provide some unconventional choices!
Thinking of planting some white perennial flowers in your garden that will come back year after year? Adding some white to a brighter colored garden can offer a very nice color balance. However, finding the perfect selection of white perennials can be difficult with so many options available. In this article, we take a deeper look at some of our favorites!
Trying to decide which flowering vine is the perfect fit for your home garden space? Picking the right flowering vine can make all the difference when it comes to the look and feel of your garden. In this article, we take a look at our favorite vines that produce flowers, with the names and pictures of each of them!