Ornamental Gardens

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

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Bulbs

11 Most Fragrant Flowering Bulbs

Fragrant bulbs flowers are unparalleled in their ability to fill a room and a garden, with their intoxicating perfume. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has some of the most wonderfully fragrant bulb flowers to share that you can use for making your own garden a sweet-smelling paradise.

Three cozy fall terrariums in round glass vessels display air plants nestled among pebbles and natural accents, creating a warm seasonal decoration.

Ornamental Gardens

11 Cozy Fall Terrarium Ideas

If you're thinking that this fall is the perfect time to put together a terrarium, you're absolutely right! Enjoy some of the beautiful plants that shy away from the cold this season in the comfort of your own home. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss discusses some of the great choices for your cozy fall terrarium.

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Ornamental Gardens

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Hydrangea Trees

Hydrangea trees stand out from the crowd of shrubs in the home garden. They’re tall, stately, and impressive! Train one yourself, or find one ready-made at your local nursery. Former nurseryman Jerad Bryant shares how to plant, grow, and care for hydrangea trees throughout the year.

A large Japanese maple tree with crimson leaves cascading over dark, curved branches in a sunny fall garden, which is perfect for planting in October.

Trees

11 Japanese Maple Trees You Can Plant in October

When it comes to beautiful form, stunning seasonal color, and ornamental value, it doesn't get much better than a Japanese Maple. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to look at some classic varieties as well as some more surprising and unconventional varieties to plant in October.

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Ornamental Gardens

9 Best Pumpkin Varieties for Carving

Young or old, there’s simple pleasure in finding and carving a good pumpkin. The quintessential fall vegetables delight with their glowing faces and artful themes, and are perfect in the kitchen for tasty pies, soups, breads, and roasted seeds. To grow our own chunky jack o’lanterns, we’ve got the lineup of the best pumpkin varieties for carving, big and small, to fit a range of growing spaces.