Have you been waiting and waiting for your daffodils to bloom, only to be met with barren plants? Join flower farmer Briana Yablonski to discover several possible reasons your daffodils aren’t blooming.
Cold-hardy species must be especially tough to survive extreme weather in zones 3 and 4. Here, seasoned grower Jerad Bryant shares 39 ideal plants for these frosty regions. Whether you live in Alaska, Montana, or the upper reaches of Maine, these perennials are perfect for your home garden.
Many peonies soak up the sun to power their voluminous blooms, but they also enjoy a bit of afternoon shade protection in warm climates with intense sun. Some selections prefer even more shade. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores peonies that grow in the shade to bring the beloved blooms to our canopy edges.
Early-blooming peonies bring us our fix of full petals and sweet fragrance before other varieties emerge. In a range of tones from soft to bold, the petaled bowls are irresistible. Even the single blooms are petal-packed, and with open centers, they welcome pollinators as a pollen and nectar source. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores top-performing, early-blooming peonies to herald warm weather.
Are you wondering what gorgeous peonies you should plant for stunning cut flowers? Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has a list of the most wonderful peonies for the cutting garden!
Itoh peonies are a hybrid between two top-performing species with drop-dead gorgeous blooms. They bring the best of common garden and tree peonies with fully-petaled globes on strong stems. Versatile across garden scales and growing zones, Itoh peonies are a special addition. Gardening expert Katherine Rowe explores the easy elegance of Itoh peonies and their exceptional landscape rewards.
Exploring plants with kids is so much fun, especially when they can engage their senses! Mom of three and gardener Melissa Strauss shares some adorably fuzzy plants that kids will love to touch and explore.
Native Michigan wildflowers, including bladderwort and dwarf lake iris, make incredible additions to Michigan gardens. They produce mesmerizing blooms and require virtually no maintenance. In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum shows you the best native wildflowers to grow in your Michigan garden.
'Tête-à-Tête' daffodils bring a sunny welcome to spring. One of the earliest to flower, the award-winning dwarf cultivar is long-lived and easy care. Garden expert Katherine Rowe explores the versatile bulbs with their golden-cupped blooms that make for easy planting and years of enjoyment.
Ground covers shouldn’t be invasive! If they are, it’s time to rip them out and plant ornamental or native substitutes in their place. Whether removing grass, invasive vines, or a cover you planted years ago, these tips and tricks from native plant gardener Jerad Bryant will help you clear your garden.
Are you looking to start gerbera daisies from seed this year? In this article, plant expert Matt Dursum shows you the pro tips to getting these colorful flowers started.
If you dream of strolling through a dappled forest blanketed with flowers and filled with critters, consider planting native woodland plants this spring. Farmer and native plant enthusiast Briana Yablonski shares more than a dozen native plants that grow well in wooded areas.