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A field of black-eyed Susans

These are the best low-maintenance perennial flowers for beginners

Gardening is a fantastic hobby, but it can be tricky to figure out where to start. If you're a beginner, these are the four best perennials to start with.
Blue phlox flowers

How to care for phlox, a star-shaped colorful flower

Phlox flowers are colorful and beneficial for your garden. These plants are popular with pollinators and gardeners alike. Here's how to grow your own.
A close-up of some black-eyed Susan blooms

A guide to growing black-eyed Susans, gorgeous wildflowers

Black-eyed Susans are stunning wildflowers that gardeners and wildlife love. They're easy to grow, so add black-eyed Susans to your garden with these tips.
Maple tree with red leaves

4 amazing maple tree species to consider for your yard

Maple trees are known for their beautiful red foliage and delicious syrup. These four types of maple trees will make a great addition to your yard or garden.
A field of pink and white cosmos flowers

Cosmos flower care: How to grow this daisy-esque bloom

Cosmos flowers are beautiful, easy to grow, and beneficial. If you want to add cosmos flowers to your garden, this guide will show you how.
Strawberries on the vine at varying levels of ripeness

The 4 best strawberry companion plants (and the 4 worst)

Strawberries are tasty and easy to grow, and growing them with the right plants makes growing them even easier. Here are the best strawberry companion plants.
Scarlet bee balm

Bee balm is a fantastic addition to a pollinator garden – what to know

Bee balm is a beautiful flower that is beloved by gardeners and pollinators alike. This guide will show you how to successfully grow it for yourself.
A row of clean spring onions

The spring onion plant is the perfect option for gardeners with too little space

If your garden is small, spring onions are a space-efficient option. Here's the care guide you need.
A coleus plant with orange and red leaves

Coleus plant care: How to grow it indoors and outdoors

Coleus plants are colorful and easy to grow, both indoors and out. If you want to add this lovely plant to your home or garden, this guide will show you how.
Purple creeping thyme flowers

Creeping thyme is a colorful alternative ground cover to grass – what to know

Grass lawns may be popular, but they come with a host of problems. Why not try growing a creeping thyme lawn instead? This guide will show you how.
Green and white hosta plants

5 incredible hosta varieties to consider for a shade garden

Hostas are classic shade plants, perfect for practically any shady garden. If you aren't sure which hosta variety you should get, why not try one of these five?
Small pine tree

7 fantastic types of pine trees you can grow in your yard

Pine trees are beautiful and beneficial to have in your yard or garden. Here's our seven favorite types of pine to help you choose the best one for your yard.
Morning glory on trellis

How to plant morning glories for a stunning display in your garden

How to plant your own morning glories for bright, unique blooms in your garden
A pair of purple anemone flowers

Everything you need to know to grow gorgeous anemone flowers

Anemone flowers are charming, colorful, and surprisingly easy to grow. If you want to fill your garden with these lovely spring flowers, this guide is for you.
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.
A crate full of harvested herbs

What herbs can be planted together? How to plan your herb garden

Herbs are tasty and useful, but which ones should you plant together in your garden? This guide will explain what you need to know to plan your herb garden.
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.
A forsythia shrub with yellow flowers

Forsythia is a fast-growing, low-maintenance shrub: A complete care guide

Forsythia bushes are beautiful and easy to care for. Their cheerful yellow flowers will brighten up any garden. If you want to grow your own, here's how.
Ripe blackberries on the bush

Curious how you can grow your own blackberries? Here’s our complete guide

Blackberries have the perfect balance of sweet and tart, perfect for pies, jams, and more. If you want to grow your own, then this guide is for you!
A person digging into grass with a garden fork

What’s a French drain? A fantastic way to rid your garden of excess water

If water is building up in your garden or yard after a rainstorm and damaging your plants, then a French drain can help. Here's how to build your own.
Brown and black snake near some purple flowers

What should you do if you find a snake in your garden?

Snakes have an important role in our ecosystem, but that doesn't mean they're always pleasant to see in your garden. Here's what to do if you see a snake.
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!
Pothos plant in a vase of water with roots

Watch out for these signs of root rot in your plants

Make sure your plants are healthy by watching out for these signs of root rot
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.
An English ivy in a hanging basket

6 incredible types of ivy to spruce up your garden

Ivy is a beautiful and hardy plant popularly planted along walls and trellises. Here are six amazing types of ivy you should consider adding to your garden.
Gloved hand deadheading a lily

What you need to know about deadheading in your garden

Here's everything you need to know about deadheading in your garden
A basket of freshly harvested garlic

The best (and worst) garlic companion plants

Garlic is a delicious and beneficial plant to add to your garden. This guide to garlic companion plants will tell you which plants it can grow next to.
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.
Growing watermelon

The best (and worst) watermelon companion plants

Watermelons are delicious treats. They can take up a lot of space, but you can still grow other plants with them. Here are the best watermelon companion plants.
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.
Philodendron in a small peach colored flower pot

How to care for philodendrons, a decorative indoor plant

Philodendrons are low-maintenance and beautiful plants. This philodendron care guide will tell you everything you need to know to make sure yours thrives.
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.
Grass with dew on it

How often should you water your grass seeds? Here’s what we know

Growing grass from seed can be challenging — don't blow it by watering incorrectly.