Ornamental Gardens

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

The large pink and white panicle blooms of a 'Strawberry Sundae' hydrangea sit atop foliage on a sunny day.

Flowers

7 Stunning Varieties of Panicle Hydrangea

Are you thinking of adding some panicle hydrangeas to your garden? These flowering shrubs love the sun! In this article, hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago will list seven stunning varieties of panicle hydrangea that you should grow in your garden!

Two tree canopies with burnished orange and golden yellow leaves intersect under a blue sky.

Trees

21 Trees With Spectacular Fall Color

Do you want to add color to your autumn garden but aren’t quite sure where to start? Many deciduous trees create massive amounts of color in autumn with very little maintenance. Here, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares 21 of her favorite trees for maximum fall color.

A close-up reveals intricate details of purple floss flowers, their delicate petals forming a clustered masterpiece. The vivid purple color contrasts distinctly with the gentle, unfocused scenery of abundant green foliage.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Floss Flower

Are you looking for a quick and easy-to-grow annual flower? Floss flower is a vibrant and showy plant that will grow from seed to full bloom within a single growing season. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will share tips on how to best grow this attractive garden beauty.

Beautiful Pink Begonia Flowers Growing in Garden

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Begonias

Begonias are beautiful flowers that are quite hardy and can be grown in a variety of different locations. If you've decided to add begonias to your garden this season, there are some important factors to consider when maximizing their growth. In this article, certified master gardener and begonia enthusiast Laura Elsener provides exact steps to plant, grow, and care for Begonias.

A hand cradles chokeberry branches adorned with leaves. Bunches of dark, ripe chokeberries nestle among the foliage, promising a burst of tart sweetness with every bite. In the backdrop, a blurred red fence adds a touch of contrasting color.

Shrubs

How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Chokeberry

Are you looking for an easy-to-grow native shrub with excellent fall color and wildlife value? Chokeberry has visual appeal throughout the growing season: showy white flowers in the spring, clusters of small fruits throughout the summer and fall, and beautiful late-season foliage. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these interesting and useful shrubs.

close up of a pink Asiatic lily bloom with a yellow center and prominent anthers.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Asiatic Lilies

Want to know more about Asiatic lilies and how to care for them? Are you looking to inject the landscape with bold color and unusual foliage? In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros breaks down the genus and discusses everything you need to know about growing Asiatic lilies.

Long, lavender blooms made up of clustered flowers hang from a wisteria vine.

Vines

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Wisteria

Are you wooed by wisteria? This robust plant boasts enchanting flowers that are hard to resist! In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago outlines everything you need to know about caring for wisteria and varieties to try in your garden!