These beloved woody perennial shrubs bring their colorful charm indoors through florist-potted varieties. The forced blooms in vibrant shades emerge as many other plants are resting. If your indoor azalea shows signs of stress and decline, join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring a few primary causes and how to restore its vigor.
Plants that flower throughout the year are garden and houseplant champions. They bring color across seasons, flowering almost continuously in optimal conditions and where hardy. Join garden expert Katherine Rowe in exploring repeat bloomers to incorporate for an extended show of color throughout the year in warm climates and with a long display in frostier growing regions.
After we enjoy the season's revelry, our bright poinsettias fade as they take a (well-deserved!) break as part of their natural growth cycle. In the right conditions, these tropical growers live year-round as houseplants or in the garden in frost-free climates. Want to keep your poinsettia thriving? Join garden expert Katherine Rowe in their best care.
From poinsettias to paperwhites, there are some beautiful plants that have become holiday staples. They add beauty and color to winter and make cheerful gifts. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss tells you how to keep them looking their best, even after the season passes.
Hibiscus are lush and beautiful perennials you’ll want to grow in your garden. However, there are some things you’ll need to do to keep these colorful flowers alive in colder regions. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum shows what it takes to overwinter your hibiscus plants.
Are you a succulent aficionado looking for a fun new cactus? The old lady cactus is a wonderful species that's easy to care for and produces beautiful flowers. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss discusses the care and keeping of this interesting cactus.
Hellebores bloom sooner than most other perennials! They’re cool-weather lovers that form nodding, cup-shaped blossoms despite recurring frosts. Give them some extra care while they bloom so they look their best. Let’s dive into the world of hellebores alongside seasoned grower Jerad Bryant.
Norfolk Island pine has soft evergreen needles and a symmetrical form that give it a stately look as a holiday decoration or long-lived houseplant. They bring joy well beyond the holidays but are a bit of a Goldilocks when it comes to watering. Learn how to balance your Norfolk pine’s water needs for fresh, green growth with garden expert Katherine Rowe.
Gardenias are one of the best plants for bringing a combination of beauty and fragrance to the garden. With the right care, your shrub will thrive and bloom at its best this summer. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss offers advice on how to maximize your gardenia's health throughout the year.
Trees with unique branching are happy to fill the role of architectural interest in the winter garden. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring distinctively curled, twisted, and gnarly branches to add spark to the frosty landscape.
Honeysuckles are fragrant shrubs or vines perfect for chilly climates. Winter honeysuckle is a special type from China that grows well in North America. Give it plenty of space, airflow, and light, and it’ll fill your backyard with alluring, aromatic blossoms for decades.
Orchids may intimidate novice gardeners, but these flowers are worth it! The trick to getting luscious growth is taking care of them right away. Plant expert Matt Dursum takes you through the top orchid care tips after bringing them home.