Flowers Articles

How to Pick the Best Roses to Achieve Your Garden Goals
How to Pick the Best Roses to Achieve Your Garden Goals
This in-depth guide explains the difference between the classes of Modern Roses, Old Roses, and Wild Roses. ...
How to Plant and Grow Crossandra
How to Plant and Grow Crossandra
Learn to grow crossandra—sometimes known as the firecracker flower—for its glossy green foliage and almost constant blooms. ...
How to Plant and Grow Sweet Potato Vine
How to Plant and Grow Sweet Potato Vine
Sweet potato vine is an excellent addition to your sunny garden. It comes in many different colors and works well with flowering plants. ...
How to Plant and Grow Camassia
How to Plant and Grow Camassia
Find essential tips for growing camassia, an often-overlooked spring flower, including when to plant the bulbs. ...
How to Plant and Grow Lantana
How to Plant and Grow Lantana
Follow our guide for planting and growing lantana, a heat-loving annual or perennial with flowers in vibrant colors that attract pollinators. ...
How to Plant and Grow Lady Ferns
How to Plant and Grow Lady Ferns
Discover how to plant and grow lady ferns in the garden with this quick guide. Learn how to water, fertilize, and nurture your ferns like a pro. ...
Annual vs. Perennial: What’s the Difference Between These Plants?
Annual vs. Perennial: What’s the Difference Between These Plants?
Learn the differences between annual vs. perennial plants so you can grow a more beautiful, affordable garden. ...
Your Simple Guide to Planting and Growing Sunflowers in Pots
Your Simple Guide to Planting and Growing Sunflowers in Pots
Growing sunflowers in pots is simple with these step-by-step planting instructions and care tips. ...
How to Plant and Grow Anemone Bulbs
How to Plant and Grow Anemone Bulbs
Add a splash of springtime color to your yard with bulb-type anemones. Learn how and where to plant the bulbs and care for the plants to enjoy their beautiful flowers. ...
'Distant Drums' Roses Look Stunning in Any Garden
'Distant Drums' Roses Look Stunning in Any Garden
Add 'Distant Drums' roses to your garden for their unique colors and spicy-sweet scent. Their two-tone blooms range from bronze to light pink. ...
What Is an Osiria Rose and Are They Actually Real?
What Is an Osiria Rose and Are They Actually Real?
The large, two-tone flowers of Osiria roses look beautiful in photos but sometimes those looks can be deceiving. Learn the surprising story of how this rose has gotten so much attention although the plant is challenging to grow. ...
10 Best Types of Ornamental Grass That Are Native
10 Best Types of Ornamental Grass That Are Native
Create a gorgeous, low-maintenance landscape with these North American beauties that also support wildlife. ...
How to Plant and Grow Jerusalem Artichoke
How to Plant and Grow Jerusalem Artichoke
Find out how to grow Jerusalem artichoke, both for its pretty flowers and edible roots. ...
How to Plant and Grow Glory-of-the-Snow
How to Plant and Grow Glory-of-the-Snow
Find essential growing information for glory-of-the-snow plant, including: hardiness zones, light, soil and water requirements, and special features. ...
How to Plant and Grow Begonias
How to Plant and Grow Begonias
Learn how to grow versatile begonias for an easy-care addition to your garden design. ...
6 Long-Blooming Perennials That Keep the Color Alive
6 Long-Blooming Perennials That Keep the Color Alive
Say hello to some of our favorite perennials—three for sun and three for shade—that flaunt their color for weeks (or even months). ...
How to Plant and Grow Tufted Hair Grass
How to Plant and Grow Tufted Hair Grass
Shade-loving tufted hair grass is a native ornamental grass that adds gorgeous texture to the garden. Use this guide to plant and grow it in your garden. ...
How to Plant and Grow English Rose
How to Plant and Grow English Rose
Learn to grow English roses, some of the most fragrant flowers you can find to use in a garden. Their lush double blossoms are enchanting. ...
9 Common Rose-Growing Mistakes to Avoid
9 Common Rose-Growing Mistakes to Avoid
With a little prevention or a couple of fixes, you can grow better blooms from spring through fall—and have more fun doing it. ...
10 Pest-Repelling Companion Plants for Roses
10 Pest-Repelling Companion Plants for Roses
Find the best companion plants for roses that will protect your flowers from sawflies, Japanese beetles, and other pests. ...