Transforming empty patches in your yard into lush, colorful carpets is easier than you might think with flowering ground cover plants. These low-maintenance plants not only suppress weeds but also add vibrant texture and color to your garden. Whether you have tricky shady spots or sunny slopes to cover, here are 28 of the best …
Summer flowers bring life and color to your garden, but their beauty often fades too soon. To keep your garden thriving and vibrant throughout the season, it’s essential to use techniques that maximize bloom time. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting, these 12 tips will help you extend the bloom season of your …
Adding native wildflowers to your garden is a wonderful way to create a sustainable, vibrant, and low-maintenance landscape that supports the local ecosystem. Native wildflowers are perfectly adapted to the local climate, providing essential resources for native pollinators and wildlife. They’re easy to grow, offer stunning seasonal color, and don’t require excessive care or chemical …
Colorado pet owners are leading the nation in their search for veterinary services, logging 1,726 vet-related Google searches for every 100,000 residents — the highest in the U.S., according to new research. The study, conducted by pet insurance comparison site Pet Insurance Deals, analyzed Google search data for 153 veterinarian-related phrases, from “mobile vet near …
Zinnias are beloved for their bold hues, long-lasting blooms, and ability to attract helpful pollinators like bees and butterflies. While they look spectacular on their own, pairing zinnias with complementary plants can create a vibrant and harmonious garden. The right companions can enhance their beauty, support garden ecology, and add texture, height, or contrast to …
When summer begins to wane, your garden doesn’t have to lose its vibrant charm. Annual flowers are the late-season heroes, bursting into bloom and keeping the color show alive when many perennials start to fade. These flowers thrive in the warm temperatures and sunlight of late summer, creating a refreshing palette of hues that carry …
Decluttering feels amazing. But before you head to a donation center with your haul, it’s important to know that not everything can—or should—be donated. Some items pose safety, legal, or logistical challenges for donation organizations, which means they’ll likely end up in the trash even after you’ve dropped them off. To help you declutter responsibly, …
Gardening is a rewarding endeavor, but some plants can turn your beautiful landscape into a battleground. Whether they’re invasive, prone to diseases, or just plain difficult to manage (a less serious offense, but still worth considering), these plants often cause more headaches than they’re worth. Instead of adding troublemakers to your yard that become a …
Maximizing vertical space is a smart way to make the most of small gardens or narrow areas. Vertical plants not only add height and structure but also create a sense of depth and openness. Whether you’re dealing with a tiny yard, a balcony, or a side garden, the following 19 plants can transform your space …
Birds are a joy to have in any garden. From their cheerful songs to their role in promoting pollination and reducing harmful pests, inviting birds into your outdoor space enhances both the beauty and the balance of your garden’s ecosystem. One of the best ways to attract birds is by growing plants that produce berries, …