Red is the color of many things - and a popular color for tropical plants. Scarlet hues attract pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies and make a bold addition to the garden or sunny window indoors. Garden expert Christina Conner lists her favorite tropical red flowers and how to grow them.
A delightfully airy plant with beautiful heart-shaped flowers, the Pacific bleeding heart is a must-have perennial in the shade garden. Learn where this native plant will thrive and how to give it the best care with native plant gardener Jerad Bryant.
The popular caffeinated drink consumed by billions of people daily comes from the beans of the coffee plant. Out of the many varieties of coffee in the world, it is Arabica that provides nearly 80% of the world’s daily coffee fix. In this article, gardening expert Wendy Moulton shares how to grow and care for this stunning tree at home.
Epimediums are small perennials that grace the shade garden with colorful foliage and flowers. Cultivated in numerous varieties, epimediums are carefree growers whose dynamic leaves and flowers bring a gentle “wow” to woodland plantings in spring and beyond. Join garden professional Katherine Rowe in exploring how to incorporate epimediums into shady garden sites.
Here comes Peter Cottontail… or is that bunny tail grass? Bunny tail grass is a popular ornamental grass that is easy to grow and makes a great addition to the cutting garden as well. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss will tell you what you need to know to add this fun annual to your own garden.
Are you looking for ways to up the beauty of your herb garden? This takes a bit of thought, but once you have a plan in place it is simple to achieve. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago lists 27 flowering herbs that are equally beautiful and usable in your kitchen.
Strawberries are fairly thirsty plants with shallow roots, so you must water regularly to ensure an abundance of juicy, sweet berries. But how much water do these fruits need, and how do you avoid overwatering? Former organic strawberry farmer Logan Hailey has the answers.
Gingko trees are geological relics that bring history and beauty to our landscapes. Join gardening expert Logan Hailey as she shares how to grow and care for gingko trees.
With spring comes welcomed warming temperatures, and for gardeners in hot climates, it’s prime time to start growing heat-tolerant herbs for a summer harvest. There’s no shortage of herbs that can take the heat, and some varieties make great alternatives to those that thrive in cooler seasons. We’ll enjoy harvests by the bunches all summer with the right heat-tolerant herbs. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring heat-tolerant herbs to withstand hot summers.
June is not too late to plant vegetables! Depending on your climate, this is prime time for direct sowing warm-weather crops and establishing fall seedlings. Former organic farmer Logan Hailey details the best veggies to plant in June.
Wildflowers delight growers with their colorful blooms each year. Native wildflowers are particularly special, as they provide a wealth of natural resources for gardeners and wildlife. Follow along with native plant gardener Jerad Bryant and discover 21 of Oregon’s best native flowering plants.
Are you looking for a unique and highly ornamental native wildflower for your shade garden? Jack in the pulpit is unusual, showy, and surprisingly easy to grow, given the right conditions. Does your shade garden have what it takes to grow a Jack-in the-pulpit? Keep reading to find out!