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An orange and black butterfly on white yarrow flowers

How to grow yarrow, one of pollinators’ favorite blooms

Yarrow is an easy-to-grow flower that attracts many pollinators. If you want to add it to your garden, then you're in luck! This guide will show you how.
Pink and yellow lantana flowers

How to grow lantana: Everything you need to know

Lantana is a beautiful, brightly colored flower that butterflies and hummingbirds love. To get started growing it in your garden, here is what you need to know.
Three container gardens with flowers on a patio

5 fantastic (and creative) container garden ideas

Starting a container garden project but not sure which plants to choose or how to arrange them? Let these 5 creative container garden ideas inspire you!
Pink peonies

Peonies can grow just about anywhere – here’s how to care for them

Peonies are stunning flowers that are perfect for any flower garden or home. From planting to pests, this guide to peonies care will answer all your questions.
Cluster of Sophy's Rose roses, dark pink blossoms

7 gorgeous types of roses every gardener should know

There are many wonderful types of roses to choose from when planning your garden. Here are seven amazing roses that every gardener should know about.
Flowers on a dark night

Goth style isn’t just a fashion trend – it’s taking over 2024 gardens, too

If you're tired of cottagecore, add a spooky touch to your greenery with the 2024 goth gardening trend.
White fan flowers

Scaevola: How to grow these uniquely shaped fan flowers for a stunning summer garden

Fan flowers are wonderful tropical flowers native to Polynesia. Want to grow them yourself? Here's what you need to know about caring for fan flowers.
A mix of colorful wildflowers

What is a chaos garden, and why should you start one this spring?

Chaos gardening is exactly what it sounds like: It's a low-maintenance and laid-back approach to gardening.
Light pink gerbera daisy

Focus on color: Grow these peach-colored flowers to celebrate the Pantone color of the year

The Pantone color of the year for 2024 is Peach Fuzz, so here are some lovely peach flowers you can grow indoors or out to celebrate the new year.
Pink hibiscus flower

Hibiscus care: Everything you need to know

Hibiscus flowers are beautiful and delicious tropical flowers! If you want to grow them in your yard or garden, then follow this hibiscus care guide.
White gardenia flower and flower buds

How to care for gardenia, a fragrant, heat-loving bloom

Gardenias are a beautiful classic garden flower that thrives in the summer. This is what you need to know to plant and care for gardenias in your garden.
Lotus flowers in a lake

Water lily vs. lotus: What’s the difference and which is right for you?

Water lilies and lotuses are beautiful, but how can you tell them apart? Which should you plant in your pond? We'll answer all your questions in this guide.
A heliotrope plant growing in a garden

Add heliotrope to your garden for stunning purple flowers all summer long

If you need a vibrant flower with an incredible smell, why not try growing heliotrope? Here's what you need to know about caring for this flower.
Sunlit garden path and flowers

If your yard gets a lot of afternoon light, these are the afternoon sun plants for you

Afternoon sun can be fickle to manage, but some plants love it. Here are some great performers to get you started.
Gooseneck loosestrife flowers with a fly

Gooseneck loosestrife might be the perfect plant for your pollinator garden – here’s what to know

Gooseneck loosestrife is a delightful plant with a silly name that can bring joy and whimsy to your pollinator garden. Here's how to grow it for yourself.
A field of black-eyed Susans

These are our favorite biennial flowers for a garden

Biennial flowers may not be as common as perennial or annual flowers, but they can be just as lovely. Here are our favorites to add to your garden.
Three pansy plants in terracotta pots

The do’s and don’ts of caring for pansies

Pansies are cheerful early spring flowers that fit practically any garden. Here's how to keep yours healthy and thriving through spring and summer.
Placing pressed flowers in a frame

Wondering what to do with dead flowers? Our favorite ways to give them new life

Your fresh-cut flowers can still be beautiful after they wilt. Here are some great suggestions for what to do with them.
Orange, red, yellow, and white gerbera daisies clustered together

How to care for gerbera daisies, vibrant flowers that everyone loves

Gerbera daisies are colorful, charming, and cheerful, so it's no wonder they're popular. Here's everything you need to know to grow them in your garden.
Close up of a bright blue cornflower

Spruce up your garden with these gorgeous blue flowers

Blue is a beautiful color, and there are many blue flowers to choose from. Here are our six favorites you can add to your garden this year.
Three small plants growing in kokedama moss balls on a blue background

Kokedama is an easy and elegant gardening trend that you can try today

Kokedama gardening is a technique from Japan that looks impressive, but is surprisingly easy to make and maintain. Here's what you need to know.
White bacopa flower

Plant your bacopa now for a sweet-looking display through spring and summer

Bacopa is a beautiful plant with trailing stems that look great in containers and in gardens. Here's what you need to know to grow it for yourself.
Dark red and white nemesia flowers

Caring for nemesia, a cute and colorful perennial for your flower garden

Want to add colorful nemesia flowers to your home or garden? This nemesia care guide has answers to all your questions, from planting to pests.
Pink carnation flowers

How to care for carnations, a gorgeous flower for your garden

Carnations are beautiful, and they're remarkably easy to grow. If you're looking to fill your garden with carnations, this is the care guide for you.
A field of lavender flowers

How to grow lavender from seed to keep your garden and your home smelling fresh

Keep your garden and home smelling fresh by following this simple guide for growing lavender from seed.
An overgrown lilac bush beside a mailbox

How to care for geraniums, the perfect flower for your garden

Garden-variety geraniums are relatively easy to care for, but you should keep these maintenance tips in mind for lush blooms.
White and pink silk roses with dark green leaves

How to clean silk flowers for beautiful arrangements

Silk flowers are beautiful but require special care — here's how to clean them gently and safely
Roses in a white vase

How to make your roses last longer

How long should your roses last? Find out and learn how to keep them alive longer with these tips.
An orchid in a pot on the table

How to revive an orchid that’s struggling and return it to its majestic former glory

Orchids are beautiful houseplants, but they require some specific care. If yours isn't looking so great anymore, follow this guide to restore its beauty.
A tree with red berries covered in ice

Trying to beat the cold? Here are our favorite frost-resistant plants for any climate

When the weather gets chilly, you might wonder if you can grow anything that won't wilt. We have the tips you need to keep your plants alive through the frost.
Close-up of daffodils in sunlight

5 November garden plants you should consider growing

If you're wondering what to grow late in the fall, here's a guide on what to plant in your garden this November.
A chrysanthemum plant with several round, reddish-pink flowers

6 gorgeous mums to add color to your autumn garden 

If you're wondering which mum to get for your fall garden, here's a helpful guide to help you choose the perfect variety.
Scarecrow among fall flowers

8 beautiful, fall-blooming perennials to add to your garden

For the best fall colors, plant these bright, gorgeous perennial flowers in your garden landscape this autumn.
Beautiful light purple asters

The colors of fall flowers can be striking: 11 flowers that’ll have your garden bursting with autumn colors

Just because summer is over, it doesn't mean your garden has to dial back the color. Plant these flowers to keep your yard bursting with color.
View of a vegetable garden

Wondering what to plant in October? Here are the best flowers and vegetables for autumn

Here's a thorough guide on what to plant in your garden this October for delicious winter and spring harvests.