Spotted beebalm is a perennial that goes by many names. You might hear it referred to as horsemint, monarda, or just beebalm. Whatever you choose to call it, spotted beebalm is the superior beebalm for your pollinator patch or medicinal herb garden. Not to mention, it is drought-tolerant and native to North America. Gardening expert Kelli Klein talks all about establishing horsemint in your garden.
Endless Summer hydrangeas showcase the classic mophead hydrangea blooms we need in our gardens. This hardy collection of hydrangeas spans growing zones with reliable reblooming and long-lasting seasonal color. Explore the merits of an ‘Endless Summer’ with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.
‘Sun King’ aralia brings bright, golden green foliage and a graceful habit to the shade garden. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring how to grow this vibrant, award-winning perennial in partial sun and shady garden sites.
Epimediums bring colorful foliage and flowers to the springtime woodland garden. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring epimedium selections to incorporate in shady garden spaces.
Tiarella are small, perennial jewels of the shade garden with unique foliage and frothy sprays of flowers. Join gardening expert Katherine Rowe in exploring how to grow lovely tiarella in shady garden sites.
Springtime blossoms are always in high demand. Forsythia shrubs are the perfect way to add a splash of color to your gardens. If you love these shrubs and want to add them to your garden, this article will have everything you need to know to plant, grow, and care for forsythia.
Ammi is a lovely little plant that looks great in the garden with its feathery foliage and lacy flower umbels. It's also a wonderful addition to the cutting garden. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss has the lowdown on growing this pretty plant in your garden.
‘Bacon’ avocados are mild and creamy, with excellent cold tolerance. This large avocado tree is a wonderful addition to the cooler climate landscape. Read on as gardening expert Melissa Strauss discusses how to care for this tasty tree.
Hydrangeas delight us in the garden and fresh floral arrangements all summer long. Their stunning blooms, in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, offer boundless options for elegant and easy-going fresh flower displays. Drying hydrangea blooms makes the beauty last even longer. Join garden expert Katherine Rowe in exchanging simple tips for long-lasting cut hydrangeas.
For a classic, reliable hydrangea with old garden grace, look to the splendid ‘PeeGee’ panicle hydrangea. In cultivation for over 150 years, ‘PeeGee’ hydrangeas grow in a wide range of garden conditions. Here, garden expert Katherine Rowe explores the appeal of growing this old-fashioned, big-blooming hydrangea.
Are you looking for a beautiful native plant for your shade garden? Solomon’s seal is showy, low-maintenance, hardy, and loves the shade. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen introduces one of her favorite spring wildflowers, Solomon’s seal, and how to help these plants thrive in your woodland shade garden.
Sedge makes a beautiful addition to many landscapes. This sturdy and semi-evergreen ornamental has a wide native range and is a low-maintenance alternative to ornamental grasses. Here are 21 of gardening expert Melissa Strauss’ favorite varieties.