Ornamental Gardens

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

Pink and peach colored rose growing in the shade in a garden.

Flowers

33 Beautiful Roses That Thrive in the Shade

Do you have a shady garden? You can still plant roses! While most roses love full sun, some varieties do well in lower light conditions. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares 31 of her top rose picks for blooming in the shade.

Propagate Succulents From Cuttings or a Single Leaf

Cacti & Succulents

How to Propagate Succulents from Cuttings or Leaves

Are you trying to propagate your succulent plants but aren't quite sure where to start? Many succulents can be propagated from a single leaf if you follow the proper steps. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton walks through all the necessary steps to propagate your succulents from leaf cuttings.

A small composition of agastache aurantiaca in a well lit area outdoors

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, And Care for Agastache Aurantiaca

Agastache aurantiaca is a powerful pollinator plant that brings all the hummingbirds to your garden. Small varieties make an excellent border, while the taller types are excellent as a backdrop in a butterfly garden. Kelli Klein provides these top tips for growing hummingbird mint at home.

Bearded iris with yellow and white flower colors blooming in sun

Flowers

35 Different Types of Iris Cultivars For Your Flowerbeds

Thinking of growing some iris flowers in your flowerbeds this season, but aren't sure where to start? There are many different types of iris you can grow, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros shares her favorite iris cultivars you can grow in your garden this season.

Red and White Heirloom Rose Growing in Garden

Flowers

22 Popular Heirloom Roses to Grow This Season

Do you love the fragrance and romance of Old Garden Roses? With rich history and enduring beauty, these historic heirlooms add an element of tradition to the landscape. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares some of the most enchanting heirloom roses that deserve a spot in your garden.

Bright Red Rose Growing in Container

Flowers

15 Tips For Growing Beautiful Roses in Pots or Containers

Would you love to grow roses, but don’t have the garden space? Many roses grow beautifully in pots and containers, an ideal solution for making the most of limited room and increasing design flexibility. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood shares her top tips for growing beautiful roses in pots or containers!

cymbidium orchids

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Cymbidium Orchids

Are you thinking of adding some Cymbidium Orchids to your plant collection? These popular flowers can do well in a wide variety of indoor environments. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss examines everything you need to know about Cymbidium Orchids, including their maintenance and care needs.

Gardenia

Shrubs

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Gardenias

Are you looking to add some gardenias to your outdoor or indoor garden, but aren't quite sure where to start? These popular plants are well known for their fragrant scent and beautiful blooms. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss shares all you need to know about growing gardenias in your garden, including their maintenance and care needs.

Lady banks rose with bright yellow flowers blooming in the garden.

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Lady Banks Rose

Those fortunate enough to see a Lady Banks Rose in full bloom know that it puts on a show like no other. If you’re considering adding this beloved rose to your garden, you’ll want to give it the best start. In this article, gardening expert and rose enthusiast Danielle Sherwood outlines key tips for planting and care of Lady Banks Rose.

february perennials

Flowers

15 Flowering Perennials to Seed Indoors This February

When February comes, many gardeners are ordering from seed catalogs, eager to get started growing in the spring. February is a great month to start seeding your favorite perennials indoors. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago shares her favorite perennial plants you can start seeding in February!

Flowerbed idea of petunias planted in a square wooden box

Flowers

27 Unique Flower Bed Ideas for Your Garden

Need some inspiration for your flower beds this season? There are many different ways you can bring creativity to your garden beds this season. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss provides some of her favorite flower bed ideas to keep your garden interesting this year!