Flowers & Ornamentals

Whether you are new to African violets or don’t have a room in your house without one, you need to read this article. These beautiful plants are a lovely addition …

For the longest time, I didn’t understand the popularity of growing amaryllis and paperwhites at Christmas. In my book, it seemed like one more thing that demanded my time in …

Container gardening can be a rewarding pursuit that can really help you make the most of all the space you have available. A container garden can be indoors, under cover …

You’ve picked up every houseplant on every beginner’s list, dipped your toe into some rare indoor plants, even started an expansive succulent garden on your windowsill – but you’re still …

There’s no better way to spruce up your home than with a bouquet of freshly cut flowers. Whether purchased from your local florist or brought indoors from your own cut …

Ponds and water features add a unique aesthetic to any garden. If you’ve always had one, or if you’re finishing up the last touches to your new feature, you’ll no …

When it comes to perennial garden plants, lavender often tops the list. This member of the mint family adds fragrance to every flower bed and attracts a variety of beneficial …

When it comes to making your living space fresh and inviting, it’s hard to find anything that does the job better than plants. And while I love the creeping tendrils …

Is there a stubborn patch of soil in your garden where most plants seem to wither away? You could be faced with something all gardeners dread – low-quality soil. As …

Did you know all rose petals are edible? Though some are more fragrantly delicious than others. However, it’s important to note that the only rose petals you’ll want to ingest …

Some plants are easy. All they need is a bit of sunshine, a sprinkling of compost, and the occasional watering to put out a captivating display of flowers and foliage. …

You know those hamburger and hot dog buns that are topped with little black seeds that roll off in every direction when you take a gigantic bite? More specifically, the …

If you grow tomatoes, you probably have a collection of metal tomato cages stacked somewhere in your garage or shed. Maybe this year, you’ve decided to use a different way …

If you can’t travel to the tropics, why not make your backyard feel like an oasis instead? It’s possible to capture a sense of swinging palm trees and lush jungle …

Pruning roses, fruit trees and other landscape plants is not rocket science. Anyone and everyone can do it. Of course, your success still depends on your willingness to follow a …

As outspoken as I am, I’m rather unconfrontational. When it comes to causes I believe in; I’m more of a quiet revolutionist. And that’s why I’m on board with guerilla …

Ground covers are low-lying plants that spread by creeping along the surface of the soil. Spanning beautiful flowering plants that carpet the landscape to handsome foliage that brings texture and …

Many folks enjoy the annual tradition of blooming an amaryllis bulb at Christmas time. Their bright, showy blooms bring festive cheer to the winter holidays. If you’ve got an amaryllis, …

Gardens of the north enter a state of deep slumber from December to March. Covered by a blanket of snow, winter temperatures are often too cold and daylight hours too …

Soil pH is an important thing to understand. Soil pH is about how acidic your soil is. Knowing the pH level in your garden is crucial to understanding which plants …

Hardwood cuttings are taken from woody shrubs and perennial plants in the fall or over the winter months. Like cuttings taken at other times, they are a great way to …

Butterfly bush, also known as buddleja, is well known (as the name suggests) for attracting butterflies. One of its benefits is it can grow very well in many different areas …

Flowering bulbs (and corms and tubers) are early harbingers of spring, providing some much needed color and beauty after a long and dreary winter season. Aside from buoying our spirits, …

Daffodils are surely one of the cheeriest sights in a spring garden. Most gardeners will no doubt be aware that these are one of the earliest flowers to bloom in …