If you are planning a cut flower garden for the coming year, it’s a good idea to plan ahead for the spring so your garden is in full swing as early as possible. Here are 27 early-blooming plants that work great in the cut flower garden.
Gerbera daisies are iconic cut flowers that always seem to have a sunny disposition. In this article, gardening expert Kaleigh Brillon shows you how to grow these daisies yourself so you can always have a vase of cheer on hand.
Are you curious about figs, if you can grow them, and which type to grow? If you love to eat fresh figs and live in a moderate to warm climate, you may be very happy to know you can grow your own figs without much effort! In this article, gardening expert and fig lover Liessa Bowen introduces 31 different fig cultivars available to the home gardener.
Trailing plants have a special role in the world of container gardening. Whether you are looking for a spectacular spiller or a plant that can stand (or hang) alone, here are some beautiful trailing plants that work great in containers.
If you love cut flower arrangements as much as you love growing flowers, a cutting garden is a wonderful project to embark on. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares some tips to help you on your way to a successful cut flower garden.
Looking for a fuss-free plant to grow in your home or cactus garden? While there are many aloes, ‘Minnie Belle’ is a small and unique aloe variety. It is a great starter plant for new gardeners and an interesting addition to experienced growers’ collections. In this article, master gardener Laura Elsner will walk you through how to grow ‘Minnie Belle’ aloe.
Aloe vera is known for its resilience, but that doesn’t mean it is invincible. If your aloe vera plant looks black, sad, or withered, you may need to adjust the soil, sunlight, watering, or temperature to bring it back to health. Garden expert Logan Hailey digs into common reasons for a blackened aloe and how to fix them.
Magnolia trees can be propagated via softwood cuttings, grafting, air layering, and chip budding, but why not try your hand at starting one from seed? The reward of the extra time and energy spent is worth it when you enjoy a magnolia tree you started from seed! Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she goes through eight steps you can take to do so.
Are you looking for an easy-care plant with a lot of personality to spice up your indoor garden? Take a look at these showstopping succulents that look great and thrive on neglect.
Are you looking for an ornamental grass for your sunny landscape? Prairie dropseed is an easy-to-grow native grass that can be used in a variety of garden arrangements. All you need is a sunny plot with well-drained soil. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of this beautiful and useful ornamental grass.
If you’re thinking about growing paperwhites this season, check out these beautiful varieties that are certain to bring the beauty of the garden indoors during the winter months.
Are you looking for an ornamental grass to enhance your landscape? There are a multitude of beautiful, interesting, and hardy ornamental native grasses to choose from. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen introduces 47 fantastic native grass species that make excellent landscaping plants.