Dahlias bring exquisite blooms over a long flowering season, which makes their care worthwhile. With spring as the prime time for planting and dividing, dahlias are top-of-mind for hooked gardeners. But don’t rush the process, as the tubers love warmth. Garden expert Katherine Rowe reviews the best time to plant dahlias outside for your growing zone.
Selecting flowers for the cutting garden is fun and exciting. There are endless options! Join cut flower gardener Melissa Strauss for some incredible focal point flowers for your floral arrangements.
Tulips are among the most popular spring flowers in the garden and floristry. Learn how and when to cut them for the longest-lasting blooms. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss explains how to extend your tulips' vase life.
Are you looking for show-stopping blooms for your cut or perennial garden? It’s hard to beat gladiolus for eye-catching flowers and sturdy stems. In this article, horticulture expert Matt Dursum covers the best gladiolus varieties to plant this spring.
Whether digging up dahlia tubers in the fall or pulling them out of storage in the spring, you never want to find them shriveled, dry, or shrunken. Learn what causes these symptoms to better prevent them in the future. Seasoned grower Jerad Bryant shares the seven most common causes of dry and shriveled dahlias.
If your dahlia tubers need separating this season, we've got you covered. Cut flower gardener Melissa Strauss walks you through dividing those roots for more beautiful dahlias this year.
Waking up your dahlia tubers allows the eyes to sprout and lets you know that your tubers are viable. Join flower farmer Briana Yablonski to learn how to complete this process.
It can be frustrating to put time and effort into the garden and then have disappointing results. When tulips fail to bloom, there are several factors to explore. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to uncover some common reasons why your spring beauties aren't living up to their potential.
Tulips epitomize spring splendor. Though they're often grown as annuals, you can get your tulips to rebloom with a few essential care techniques improve success. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores options for getting tulips to bloom again and how to care for the bulbs post-flowering.
Spring is in full swing, and we are happy to have our hands back in the dirt. April is perfect for flower planting, so grab your shovel, and let's talk about some flowers that are perfect for planting this month. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some wonderful April flowers to share!
Your Easter table is a great place to give center stage to some of spring's finest florals. Whether you do brunch, lunch, or dinner, join cut flower gardener Melissa Strauss to create a stunning and memorable centerpiece.
Ranunculi are unique and beautiful spring bloomers that make excellent cut flowers and look wonderful in the garden. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss how to plant and tend to these tender perennials.