Thinking that an oncindium orchid may be the perfect addition to your indoor garden? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares all you need to know about growing oncidium orchids, including maintenance and care.
Are you bringing home a new pet, and want to make sure that your garden is a safe place for them to explore? Even mature animals are known to nosh on a flower or two from time to time. In this article, gardening expert and pet owner Melissa Strauss will talk about common garden plants that are toxic to animals.
Thinking about adding hibiscus to your garden this year? These wonderful, easy-care shrubs are certain to brighten up any space and produce some of the largest flowers among perennial shrubs. Here, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares all you need to know about growing hibiscuses, including care and maintenance needs.
Are you curious about growing Adam’s needle, a large and very showy native yucca plant? Adam’s needle is a plant that’s hard to miss. It is also incredibly easy to grow and the large flower spikes provide a show-stopping display each year. In this article, gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these spectacular plants.
As apartment living grows and gardens shrink, growing herbs indoors has become one of the most popular ways to grow edibles. However, some herbs take more effort to grow indoors than they are worth. Gardening expert Madison Moulton shares seven herbs she won’t grow indoors and why.
Looking for a red iris that will turn up the heat in your garden and lend a little drama to the landscape? Several species in the Iris genus offer flowers in shades of red. In this article, certified master gardener and landscape designer Liz Jaros profiles 11 of her favorites.
Roses are sold one of two ways: on their own roots or grafted. Which is the better choice for you? In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood outlines the differences between grafted vs. own-root and how they affect the performance of roses in your garden.
If you live in a warm climate, picking the right assortment of vegetables to grow in your garden can be a challenge. In this article, gardening expert Kelli Klein shares her favorite heat-tolerant vegetables for warm climate gardens.
Don’t get the wrong rose for your garden. It’s tempting to impulse buy the prettiest plant you see, but beginning with some research can help you avoid future disappointment. In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood walks through 11 factors to keep in mind when buying roses at a nursery or garden center.
Is your garden looking a little bland? Bright, vivid colors are just the ingredient to spice it up! In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares 15 roses in saturated hues to make your garden space come alive with color.
Blazing star (Liatris spp.) flowers are spectacular additions to a perennial wildflower garden. Part of the fun of growing blazing stars is waiting for those flowers to emerge and brighten the garden, attracting many pollinators. Gardening enthusiast Liessa Bowen will discuss all things blazing star, so you will know a little about what to expect while waiting for your Liatris to bloom.
Are you growing blackberries this season, but aren't sure what to plant along next to them? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares what not to plant next to blackberries this season.