Hostas are very versatile plants, and depending on the variety can grow in a wide number of different climates. But do they prefer partial to full shade? And can they actually take full sun? Unfortunately, the answer isn't quite that simple. In this article, we look at the optimal sunlight conditions for growing hostas, so you can plant these awesome low growing plants in the perfect place in your garden.
Looking for the perfect vine to climb a trellis or pergola in your garden? Not all vines are great climbers, so finding the right vine matters when picking a climbing vine. Climbers come in all shapes and colors, so there's plenty to pick from. In this article, we look at our favorite vines that will climb trellises, pergolas, or walls in your garden.
Calathea orbifolia is a beautiful prayer plant variety with broad leaves. You may also find this plant under its new name Goeppertia orbifolia. Kaleigh Brillon explores this stunning houseplant and how to care for it.
Are you thinking of planting some coleus by seed this season but aren't sure when to start planting? Maybe you aren't sure if the coleus variety you've chosen impacts when it should be planted? In this article, certified master gardener and coleus enthusiast Laura Elsner examines when you should be planting coleus, and if the variety you've chosen makes any difference.
Thinking of planting some new plants along with your hydrangeas this season but aren't sure what plants are the best companions? Companion planting can be a bit tricky, depending on the plant. In this article, gardening expert and hydrangea enthusiast Jill Drago walks through her favorite companion plants for hydrangeas.
Thinking of planting some Dahlias in pots or containers, but aren't quite sure where to start? Getting your Dahlias to grow in pots is a bit of an art form. In this article, certified master gardener Liz Jaros takes you through her top tips for beautiful dahila blooms in pots or containers this season!
Thinking of adding some purple flowering shrubs to your home garden? There are many different options when considering a bush with purple flowers to add to your home garden. Many of them are quite hardy, and will require minimal maintenance. In this article, we look at some of our favorite purple flowering shrubs for your home garden.
Clematis can be a beautiful addition to just about any garden. They are easy to grow, and have massively beautiful blooms that different shades of color to any garden space. But which type of clematis should you grow? There are many different clematis varieties, and many of them can accent your garden in different ways. In this article, we take a deeper look at our favorite types of clematis cultivars to help you decide which might be best to plant this season!
Thinking of planting some peonies, but aren't sure which ones to plant? There are many different types of peonies, that have different colors and growing conditions. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner walks through her favorite peony varieties to add to your garden this season.
Dahlias are some of the most popular ornamental flowers these days, and with good reason. Their vivid blooms make them an extremely attractive option for many flower gardeners looking for a new flower to plant. But will you be replanting them every season? Are Dahlias annuals, biennials or perennials? The answer is "it depends." Let's take a look in more detail before you head off to buy some dahlia tubers this season.
Picking the right flowers to add to your garden can be a challenge, especially with so many available. Annual flowers, are a type of flower that will bloom for one season, and need replanting the following year. Planting a mixture of annuals gives you plenty of flexibility in changing up how your garden looks every season. In this article, we examine our favorite annual flowers that you can plant in your garden.
Are you thinking of adding some blue flowering shrubs to your home garden? There are a number of different bushes with blue flowers to choose from when picking out a new shrub for your home garden space. In this article, we take a deeper look at our favorites, with names and pictures of each!