Spring is here and the garden is ready for April planting. To bridge the fluctuating temperatures and seasonal conditions of early spring, opt for flowers that thrive in cool conditions. They’ll kick off the garden display with a flourish of cool-season blooms. Here, garden expert Katherine Rowe explores spring annuals and perennials to plant this month.
Bare-root roses are the perfect option for anyone who wants a good selection. They are light and easy to transport, making them easier to ship than the bagged varieties. They are also a cost-effective way to get a lot of types of roses for your money. In this article, gardening expert Wendy Moulton discusses how to plant them in pots or containers so that they have the best chance of survival and look fantastic.
Whether you are looking to add whimsy to your garden or grow your own cut flowers, baby’s breath is a welcome addition to most gardens. It is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that does not require much maintenance. Let Master Gardener Laura Elsner walk you through how to grow and care for baby’s breath.
Amaranthus caudatus is a tall annual known for its cascading tassels of red inflorescences. They make excellent flowers as a focal point or in the back of a flower bed. Despite its common name, Loves-lies-bleeding is anything but a hopeless love plant; it is instead an impressive ornamental plant that is also edible. In this article, gardening expert Wendy Moulton explores this fascinating plant, its attributes, and how to grow it.
If you are looking for flowering plants to grow in your hot, humid climate garden, look no further. Tropical plant enthusiast Melissa Strauss has 27 flowering plants that will thrive in your tropical and sub-tropical garden.
Who says shade has to be boring? Shady containers can have as much color as their sunny counterparts. It's just about finding the right plants. Let master gardener Laura Elsner show you 31 colorful shade plants that will elevate your container designs.
Are you wondering what to plant in your cutting garden for gorgeous summer bouquets? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some must-have flowers that look great in the garden and floral arrangements.
Are you looking for the perfect tea rose bush for your flower garden? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss describes 21 of her favorite varieties.
If you’re anxious to get a jump on your spring-cutting garden, you’ll need some great cool-weather flowers to plant. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has five fabulous flowers to kick off your spring garden for beautiful bouquets.
Caladiums are wonderful plants for the shade garden. They make excellent houseplants as well. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss tells you how to grow and care for these beautiful tropical plants.
Nicotiana flowering tobacco is a beautiful flower to add to your garden or into container arrangements. The trumpet-shaped flowers come in many colors, and the smell is intoxicating. Certified master gardener Laura Elsner will walk you through how to grow nicotiana.
Are you looking for some beautiful plants to fill in your woodland garden? Woodland gardens can be peaceful and natural wonderlands, bursting with life, but you need to know which plants will grow best in the shade of trees. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares 27 of her favorite easy-to-grow woodland plants.