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Dahlias in pots hanging on a balcony, appearing to have lovely deep green leaves with other plants nearby

Flowers

11 Tips For Growing Beautiful Dahlias in Pots or Containers

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!

A close-up shot of a composition of clusters of purple colored flowers

Shrubs

17 Beautiful Shrubs with Purple Flowers

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 varieties

Vines

Clematis Varieties: 39 Different Types of Clematis

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!

A close-up shot of a small composition of vibrant pink flowers with creamy yellow, spiky centers, showcasing peony varieties

Flowers

Peony Varieties: 40 Different Types of Peony Cultivars

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.

Are Dahlias Annual, Biennial, or Perennial Flowers

Flowers

Are Dahlias Annual, Biennial, or Perennial Flowers?

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.

Annual Flower in Garden

Flowers

81 Annual Flowers With Names and Pictures

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.

Grow Philodendron Brandtianum

Houseplants

How to Grow, Plant, and Care For Philodendron Brandtianum

Thinking of adding a philodendron brandtianum to your houseplant collection but want to know what to expect before you do? These unique philodendrons are also known as the silver leaf philodendron, and have become quite popular as houseplants. In this article, gardening expert Madison Moulton walks through how to plant, grow, and care for Philodendron Brandtianum.

A close-up shot of a composition of vibrant purple colored flowers of an aromatic plant, which showcases if a lavender is an annual or perennial

Herbs

The Secret to Growing Lavender as a Perennial

Thinking of planting some lavender this season, but aren't sure if it will be a one year plant, or if it will come back next season? This is actually a common question many first-time lavender gardeners have. In this article, organic gardening expert and lavender enthusiast Logan Hailey examines if lavender is annual, biennial, or perennial.

Vegetables

Plant, Grow, and Care for Winged Bean

The winged bean is an unusual variety that produces tender pods, edible leaves, and more. Also known as a dragon bean, these beans are rich in protein. Kelli Klein presents an in-depth guide to explore its care.

blue flowering shrubs

Shrubs

Blue Flowering Shrubs: 17 Blue Flower Bushes For 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!