Ornamental Gardens

Learn how to cultivate beautiful ornamental gardens and how to troubleshoot common pests, diseases, and growing problems!

Cape Honeysuckle

Vines

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Cape Honeysuckle

Are you looking for a fast-growing, prolific flowering plant that can be grown as both a shrub and a vine? Cape Honeysuckle fits all of these qualifications and is very easy to care for. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares everything you need to know about planting and caring for Cape Honeysuckle.

roses for northern climates

Flowers

21 Roses That Will Flourish in Northern Climate Gardens

Are you looking for a tough, cold-hardy rose? Gardeners in northern climates have to contend with a short season, weather fluctuations, and icy winds. Fortunately, there are many beautiful roses that tolerate or even thrive despite these challenges. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares her top 21 roses for northern gardeners!

self seeding perennials

Flowers

31 Self Seeding Perennial Flowers to Grow This Season

Do you have an area of your garden that you don’t know what to do with? Have you thought of adding some self-seeding perennials to that area so you don’t have to do much? If so, gardening expert Jill Drago offers 31 self-seeding perennial options for your gardens.

magnolia tree blooming with pink flowers

Trees

When Do Magnolia Trees Bloom?

Are you wondering when your magnolia trees will start blooming this season and how long those blooms will last? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares when you can expect your magnolias to bloom, and how long their beautiful white flowers will stick around.

tropical landscape plants

Ornamental Gardens

17 Plants for a Thriving Tropical Landscape

Do you live in a tropical or sub-tropical climate, and wonder what plants you can plant to create a tropical oasis in your backyard? Perhaps you just want to find some stunning tropicals to add to your houseplant collection. Here, gardening expert Melissa Strauss introduces 17 of her favorite types of tropical plants and gives examples of some of the more popular varieties of each.

A close-up reveals a cluster of Hydrangea flowers with a slightly domed shape. The vibrant blue blooms catch the sunlight, creating a beautiful purple hue. Lush green leaves add to the overall charm, while a glimpse of more flowers can be seen in the background.

Shrubs

15 Hydrangea Varieties That Thrive in the Shade

Are you a hydrangea lover that is looking to add some of their classic beauty to the shady spots of your garden? In this article hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago will list 15 varieties that will compliment your shady gardens beautifully.

Magnolia tree with big pink flowers and no leaves

Trees

How Much and How Often Should You Water a Magnolia Tree?

Are you unsure of how much water your magnolia tree needs, or how often it should be watered? These popular trees need the right amount of moisture to thrive. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares how much moisture your Magnolias need, and how often you should be watering them.

are allium perennial

Flowers

Are Ornamental Alliums Annual, Biennial, or Perennial Plants?

Thinking of adding allium to your garden, but aren't too sure if they will come back each season? In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner takes a deeper look at the life cycle of ornamental alliums so you'll know what to expect when you add them to your garden this season.

hedge roses

Flowers

21 Roses Ideal for Creating a Hedge or Privacy Screen

Looking to create an attractive hedge in your garden? Want a bit more privacy from the neighbors? Floriferous, fragrant, and sturdy roses are a fantastic option for effective hedges. In this article, expert gardener and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares her list of top roses with the right stuff for creating hedges and privacy screens.

burros tail succulent

Cacti & Succulents

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Burros Tail Succulents

Are you looking for a new succulent to add to your indoor or outdoor garden? Burro's Tail succulents make excellent trailing succulents as houseplants and outdoors. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares everything you need to know about the Burro's Tail succulent including their maintenance and care needs.

Close up of a gardener wearing green gloves using a shovel to dig a hole in a garden next to a small hydrangea plant with bright pink flowers. Another small hydrangea grows in the background with pale green flowers. The garden is lined with round concrete stones.

Shrubs

Hydrangea Spacing: How Far Apart Should You Plant Hydrangeas?

Thinking of planting several hydrrangea shrubs this season but aren't quite sure how far apart they need to be? The answer to this question will depend quite a bit on the type of hydrangea you plant, and where you plant them. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through how far apart you should be spacing the hydrangeas in your garden.