Flower Gardening

Freshen up your flower garden with these expert recommendations, tips and ideas that can make any yard look like a million bucks.

Creeping Phlox (Moss Phlox) Growing Guide

A lush ground cover with cheery spring blooms, creeping phlox, also known as moss phlox, fills in gaps with vibrant colors.

The Essential Guide to Growing Clematis Vines

Discover expert advice about choosing and growing clematis vines, including varieties, care, and pruning tips.


Bleeding Heart: Pretty Cottage Garden Blooms

An old-fashioned favorite perennial plant, bleeding heart features heart-shaped pink and white flowers in early spring.


Grow Autumn Fire Sedum for Fall Color

Learn how to grow and care of Autumn Fire sedum. Enjoy this fall flower's seasonal color, wildlife benefits and year-round...


Poppy Flower Care and Growing Tips

Plant poppies in fall for a jaw-dropping garden display of summer color. Learn how to grow poppy flower seeds and...

8 Bulbs to Plant in Fall for Blooms in Spring

Start now to get your garden ready for spring. Plant these bulbs in fall for carpets of color the following...


Gloriosa Lily Care and Growing Tips

Wondering if a gloriosa lily is a good plant for your garden? Get expert care tips, plus find out if...

9 Fascinating Facts About Sunflowers

Uncover cool facts about sunflowers, including sunflower plant world records and which U.S. states grow the most sunflowers.


Grow Russian Sage Plants for Fall Color

Keep your garden blooming well into fall by planting Russian sage. Learn how to grow Russian sage, discover the benefits...


False Sunflower Plant Care and Growing Tips

Bright yellow false sunflower plants provide a welcome burst of late summer color in your garden beds. And they're perennials!


Garden Mum vs Florist Mum: What’s the Difference?

Garden centers are filled with gorgeous chrysanthemum plants in fall. But should you choose a garden mum or a florist...

Astilbe Plant Care and Growing Tips

Perfect for adding long-lasting color and flair to moist, shady gardens, here's how to successfully grow and care for astilbe...


Hydrangea Not Blooming? Here’s What to Do

A hydrangea not blooming can be a frustrating issue for gardeners who adore its beautiful flowers. Here's how to solve...


How to Treat Black Spot and Rose Rosette Disease

Are your roses looking a little sick? Get expert advice on how to handle rose rosette disease, black spot on...


Calla Lily Care and Growing Tips

Enjoy the elegant grace of calla lily blooms in your garden, and learn how to keep them flowering season after...


Snapdragon vs Angelonia: How to Tell the Difference

Snapdragon and angelonia blooms may look similar, but one is a better pick for gardeners in warm climates. Choose your...

The Ultimate Guide to Growing Coral Bells (Heuchera)

Coral bells deliver long-lasting garden color while feeding pollinators. Discover expert tips and the prettiest Heuchera varieties to grow.


Top 10 Plants to Propagate That Grow From Cuttings

Are friends always admiring your flowers? Spread the splendor with a list of the easiest plants to propagate that grow...


Top 10 Pink, Yellow and Orange Flowers That Look Like a Sunset

Enjoy the gorgeous colors of a tropical sunset in your garden anytime with these beautiful pink, yellow and orange flowers.


Yarrow Plant Care and Growing Tips

Get expert growing advice for a flowering yarrow plant, along with tips for dividing, pruning and cutting back yarrow.


Shasta Daisy Plant Care and Growing Tips

These classic, cheerful white blooms are a mainstay in the flower garden. Learn how to grow a Shasta daisy in...


Grow Calibrachoa (Million Bells) in Baskets for Butterflies

Fill containers with calibrachoa flowers, also known as Million Bells or Superbells. Learn why gardeners love growing these "mini petunias."


Blackberry Lily Adds Bold Color to Flower Gardens

The orange spotted blooms of blackberry lily add a welcome splash of color to the flower garden. But this plant...


12 Beautiful Blue Flowers for Every Garden

Yellows, reds, and pinks abound in the plant world, but blue flowers may seem harder to find. Try these lovely...


Coreopsis (Tickseed) Flower Care and Growing Tips

For the full-sun gardener, coreopsis is a perfect pick. Learn all about the benefits of adding this brightly colored flower...

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The Ultimate Salvia Plant Growing Guide

Besides it being a pollinator magnet, there are countless reasons to add a salvia plant to your yard. Get expert...


The Top 10 Coneflower Varieties to Grow

With dozens of new coneflower varieties on the market and at garden centers, learn how to pick the best plants...


Allium Flower Care and Growing Tips

Alliums are easy to plant in fall and enjoy in spring. Check out our care tips for growing alliums and...


Grow Canna Flowers for Tropical Beauty in the Garden

Cannas flowers, sometimes called canna lilies, are semi-tropical plants that grow from rhizomes. Gardeners love the bold flowers and foliage.


Speedwell (Veronica) Plant Care and Growing Tips

Speedwell, also known as Veronica, is a long blooming, pollinator-friendly perennial that brings flower power to the summer garden.


Grow an Easy-Care Rugosa Rose for Rugged Beauty

Forget what you know about roses and discover why long-lasting, fragrant rugosa roses are sure to be a gorgeous garden...