Black-eyed Susans are wonderful native plants that look beautiful and attract a multitude of pollinators. Among the many varieties, 'Cherokee Sunset' is one of the prettiest cultivars. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to grow this wonderful summer and fall flower.
Coneflowers have a lot to offer. They not only add beauty to the garden, but they're also incredibly resilient and have significant ecological value. Join pollinator enthusiast Melissa Strauss to look at some gorgeous and showy coneflower varieties.
Sweet potato vine brings lush leaves and trailing stems to highlight any container arrangement. The easy-care vines, with heart-shaped or deeply lobed leaves, captivate in purple, black, chartreuse, and shades in between. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores top varieties to enjoy this summer for a fresh, lasting, and eye-catching potted display.
Growing roses in sandy soil can be tricky. But if you know which types are best suited for this environment, it's not impossible. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to look at some beautiful roses and discuss the best way to grow them in sandy soil.
Allowing your plants to reseed offers numerous benefits for both you and the local ecosystem. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss these advantages and how you can encourage your own garden flowers to reseed this year.
Pampas grass thrives in challenging landscapes with standout tufted plumes. However, it spreads rapidly and is a beast to get rid of. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores a sampling of the multitude of pampas grass alternatives to add movement, texture, and ecological services to the landscape.
Clay soil can be challenging for roses. It compacts easily, and drainage issues often require attention. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to talk about roses that thrive in clay soil and how to get off on the right foot.
In dry, temperate areas, gardeners look for border plants that shine from spring through fall. 'Ballerina Red' Armeria is the perfect candidate! Follow along as experienced gardener and master naturalist Sarah Jay details how to grow this carefree plant.
Most of us experience rose dieback at some point, hopefully minor rather than widespread. Stems that blacken and die on a rose indicate a larger condition at play. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines common causes of rose stem dieback as well as management and prevention, so that new shoots can restore the shrub to full glory.
Growing a hibiscus in a pot or container is a great way to bring its stunning flowers and foliage into the home. They also make excellent patio plants! Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss for some information on growing your hibiscus this way.
Midsummer heat often causes previously beautiful annuals to look a little tired. But that doesn't have to mean the end of your annual flower display. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares 5 simple techniques that can bring fading annuals back to life and extend blooms well into fall.
Hibiscus brings the colorful tropical flair we associate with sunny summertime days. Where to plant hibiscus depends on their optimal cultural conditions and bang-for-the-buck visual appeal as standout specimens. The best location also depends on the type, from flowering tropicals to hardy perennial species. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe outlines where to plant hibiscus for the best growing foundation and lasting, captivating appeal.