If you’ve ever come across a well-grown wisteria vine, you might remember how breathtaking it was! The lavender-blue flowers cascade from the branches in a spectacular display of beauty, combined with a lovely, sweet fragrance. Learn how to grow wisteria in your own garden. How to Keep Wisteria Under Control Before learning how to grow …
Ornamental Gardens
If you love lavender as much as I do, you might try to figure out how to tuck this beautiful, aromatic plant into every corner of the yard. But sometimes, our growing conditions don’t cooperate with the vision in our heads. Perhaps the garden gets too much shade, or the soil doesn’t drain well. Or …
Nothing says romance, resilience, and habitat support like a wild rose—in fact, these carefree shrubs are nature’s way of adding lasting beauty and wildlife value to any space. Whether you’re seeking blossoms for pollinators, erosion control, or just an easy-breezy woodland hedge, wild roses deliver color, fragrance, and year-round structure. This list mixes beloved North …
Butterflies bring life and color to any garden, acting as pollinators while also enhancing the visual appeal of your outdoor space. By carefully selecting plants suited to their needs, you can create a sanctuary for these graceful creatures. Not only does this brighten your garden, but it also helps support butterfly populations, many of which …
If you’re looking to add vibrant blooms to your garden without the hassle of replanting every year, self-seeding flowers are the perfect solution. These hardworking plants naturally drop seeds to regrow, saving time and providing continuous beauty season after season. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, self-seeding flowers are an excellent choice …
Hanging baskets can add stunning visual appeal to any outdoor space, with cascading blooms and vibrant greenery catching the eye. However, not all plants are cut out for the unique challenges of a hanging basket. Choosing the wrong plants often leads to drooping blooms, dried-out roots, and overall frustration. To help you achieve beautiful, thriving …
Do you want to turn your backyard into a haven for colorful songbirds and graceful feathered visitors? By planting the right flowers, shrubs, and trees, you can attract a diverse array of birds while supporting their food, shelter, and nesting needs. This guide introduces 21 bird-friendly plants that are perfect for creating a lively, bird-filled …
Roses are the undisputed stars of the garden, offering stunning blooms, intoxicating fragrances, and undeniable elegance. But these beauties are a bit particular about companionship. The wrong neighbors can lead to stunted growth, competition for nutrients, and increased susceptibility to diseases. This guide takes a deep dive into plants you should avoid planting near roses, …
Gardens buzz with life, especially when they host flowers that attract bees. These industrious pollinators are drawn to blooms that provide rich nectar and pollen sources. The dance between flowers and bees is critical, as pollination is essential for plants to produce fruits and seeds, ensuring the continuation of various plant species. Certain flowers are …
Deadheading—removing faded blooms—is often touted as a must-do gardening chore to encourage more flowers. And for many annuals and perennials, it really works! But not every plant benefits from this snipping ritual. In fact, some flowers are self-cleaning, meaning they drop spent blooms on their own. Others have an indeterminate bloom pattern, and cutting their …