Ornamental Gardens

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

A shot of several developing papaya trees

Fruits

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Papaya Tree

The papaya tree is a lovely tropical tree with tasty fruit. Carica papaya fruit is rich in nutrients and aids in digestion. It is also a tasty option for fruit salads when ripe, in Thai cuisine when still green, and makes an excellent dried snack. Sarah Jay will got through an in-depth to share all you need to grow your own papayas at home.

prune hydrangeas

Shrubs

How to Prune Hydrangeas in 7 Simple Steps

Pruning your hyhdrangeas is more of an art than science. These beautiful flowering shrubs are quite common all over the United States, and the world. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago takes you through each step of properly pruning your hydrangeas.

Shrubs

31 Beautiful White Flowering Shrubs For Your Garden

Thinking of adding some bushes with white flowers to your home or garden space, but aren't sure where to start? There are many different types of white flowering shrubs that will grow in a variety of hardiness zones. In this article, we take a look at our favorite shrubs with white flowers to help you find the perfect fit for your garden space!

Hellebore Growing in Garden

Flowers

How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Hellebore Flowers

Hellebore flowers have become a shade darling for many gardeners. Their beautiful blooms come in a wide variety of different colors and they can also grow easily in many different climates. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago walks through each step of growing hellebore flowers in your garden, and their care.

grow coleus in containers

Shrubs

15 Tips for Growing Beautiful Coleus Plants in Containers or Pots

Thinking of growing coleus in pots, but aren't sure where to start? Coleus love to be grown in pots or containers, and do quite well in a variety of different spaces. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner provides 15 tips for growing beautiful coleus plants in containers this season!

Flowering Shrub in Garden

Shrubs

Flowering Shrubs: 71 Different Types of Flowering Bushes

Thinking of planting some flowering shrubs in your home or garden, but aren't sure which ones are best? There are many different types of flowering shrubs, with many having different colors and completely different looks. In this article, we examine our favorite flowering bushes, with names and pictures of each!

flowers that look like roses

Flowers

Rose Lookalikes: 21 Flowers That Look Like Roses

Looking to plant some flowers that look similar to roses, but aren't sure what to plant? Roses are beautiful flowering shrubs, but many gardeners don't want to deal with the upkeep that they require. In this article, we look at some of our favorite rose lookalikes to give you some different planting options for your garden.

Perennial Shrub in Garden

Shrubs

61 Perennial Shrubs For Your Home and Garden

Thinking of planting some perennial shrubs but aren't sure which ones will best fit your home or garden space? There are many different options for perennial shrubs, so picking the right one can be a bit confusing. In the following article, we examine over 60 of our favorites, to help you find the perfect match for your garden this season.

purple annuals

Flowers

21 Purple Annual Flowers To Plant This Season

If you are considering adding some purple annual flowers to your flower patch this year, you've made an excellent choice! Purple is one of the most standout colors when it comes to flower gardening, and there are many options to choose from. In this article, we look at our favorite purple annual flowers that you can plant each season.

daisy varieties

Flowers

Daisy Varieties: 34 Different Types of Beautiful Daisies

Thinking of adding some daisies to your home garden or flower patch this season? There are many different types of daisy varieties, so picking the right one can be a bit of a challenge! After all, who wouldn't love to plant them all? In this article, we look at our favorite daisy varieties that you can add to your garden this season, with names and pictures of each!

A bush with one of the lovely morning glory varieties appearing to have dainty blue petals

Vines

Morning Glory Varieties: 17 Types of Morning Glories 

Thinking of planting some morning glories to your garden, but aren't sure which type to choose? There are a number of different morning glory varieties that grow quite quickly in most gardens. In this article, we take a look at our favorite types of morning glory vines to plant in your home garden.

Gerbera Daisy Blooming in Florida

Flowers

21 Flowers That Will Bloom All Year in Florida

Do you live in Florida but are frustrated by finding flowers that will bloom, even with the intense heat and humidity of the summer? The good news is, there are many options that can not only withstand the heat, but they can bloom all year! In this article, we look at our favorite flowers for Florida flower gardens that will bloom all year!