Gardening

All about gardening - we have many in-depth guides about edibles, ornamentals, houseplants, and much more. We provide answers for your garden issues!

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Vegetables

Can Potato Plants Survive Frost Damage?

Do you have potatoes in your garden this season and are concerned about the coming winter frost? Frost impacts most plants, but what about potatoes, which grow underground? In this article, gardening expert Merideth Corhs looks at if frost can have a detrimental impact on your potato crop this season.

when do camellias bloom

Shrubs

When Do Camellias Bloom Each Season?

If you've planted camellias, then you know there's nothing more exciting than watching their beautiful and prolific blooms. But when do they start blooming in the season, and how long do they bloom? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through everything you need to know when it comes to camellias and their bloom schedule.

A beautiful pink blooming cattleya orchid growing in the garden. Green foliage is behind the flower, and the flower has purple petals with yellow stamens.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Cattleya Orchids

Looking to add some cattleya orchids to your indoor or outdoor garden this season? These tropical flowers are both popular, and stunning to look at. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through everything you need to know about cattleya orchids and their care.

A close up of an azalea with purple flowers blooming in a sunny garden. There are about twenty lavender blooms coming from one single shrub.

Shrubs

11 Purple Azalea Varieties For Beautiful Garden Color

Are you thinking of adding some purple azaleas to your garden this season but aren't quite sure where to start? These popular shrubs come in many shades of purple, and can add plenty of color to your garden this season. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago looks at her favorite varieties of azaleas that sport beautiful purple blooms!

Peonies

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Flowering Peonies

Are you thinking of growing some peonies in your garden this season? These flowering favorites are beloved by gardeners all over the world. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner takes you through each step of growing beauriful peonies in your garden as well as their care.

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Shrubs

Are Azaleas Considered Annual, Biennial, or Perennial Shrubs?

Thinking of planting azaleas but aren't sure if they will come back each year? Azaleas are beautiful flowering shrubs, and it's important to understand about their life cycle before you start planting. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago examines if azaleas are classified as annual, biennial, or perennial shrubs!

A picture of several different tulip varieties all blooming at the same time. There are flowers in pink, red, and yellow all vibrantly blooming in the spring.

Flowers

47 Different Types of Tulip Varieties For Your Flowerbeds

Thinking of adding some tulips to your flowerbeds this season? There are many different types of tulips to choose from, so picking just one or two can be a bit of a challenge! In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros looks at her favorite types of tulips to add to your flowerbeds this season!

A close up of a gardener watering a canna lily plant with pink flowers. They are watering a plant with a spray bottle with a green top.

Flowers

How Much and How Often Should You Water Canna Lilies?

If you've added canna lilies to your garden this season, you may still be learning the care needs for this beautiful flowering plant. One of the most important factors is watering frequency. In this article, gardening expert Paige Folely walks through how much water your canna lilies need, and how frequently you should be watering them!