
Plant Lenten Rose for Early Spring Blooms
Learn to care for Lenten rose, also known as hellebore. These early blooming flowers add beauty to your garden even before spring arrives.

How to Grow and Care for Phalaenopsis Orchids
Ready to give growing orchids a try? Phalaenopsis, also known as moth orchids, are a great place to start for...

Lilac Bush Not Blooming? Here’s What to Do
It can be frustrating if a lilac bush is not blooming. Get expert advice to fix this problem. Plus find...

7 Drought Tolerant Succulents for Beginners to Grow
Succulents are beautiful, low maintenance plants. Discover what makes these drought tolerant succulents the hottest thing in horticulture.

Top 10 Kitchen Garden Herbs to Grow for Cooking
Looking for herbs to grow for cooking recipes? Planted in a container or a vegetable garden, these fragrant herbs will...

5 Easy Ways to Attract and Help Butterflies
Attract more butterflies to your backyard with a few simple steps. Plus learn tips to help butterflies by growing their...

7 Fascinating Fir Tree Facts You Should Know
Looking to grow an evergreen or just curious about trees? Learn fascinating fir tree facts about these members of the...

8 Types of Christmas Trees You Can Grow
How lovely are thy branches! Learn about the most common types of Christmas trees in America, and how to grow...

Top 10 Small Shrubs for Small Spaces
Yes, you do have room for an extra shrub or maybe even two—all of our expert picks for the top...

7 Surprising Facts About Succulents
Succulents are much more interesting plants than you think! Get to know succulents with these fun and fascinating facts.

USDA Updates Plant Hardiness Zone Map
For the first time in more than a decade, the USDA has updated its plant hardiness zone map. Here's how...

Top 10 Colorful Ground Cover Plants for Your Garden
Flowering ground covers can fill large areas with low-maintenance, high impact blooms. Colorful ground cover flowers brighten your garden.

Top 10 Colorful Succulents You Should Grow
These easy-care colorful succulents will surprise you with their vibrant displays of sun-drenched yellows, reds, oranges and more.

Top 10 Purple Plants to Grow in Your Flower Garden
Add purple plants to your yard and enjoy the bold, colorful blooms all season long. We found purple flowering plants...

Top 10 Bizarre, Unusual and Weird Plants
Ordinary plants these are not! Walk on the botanical wild side with this top 10 list of unique-looking wacky and...

Add Haworthia, or Zebra Plant, to Your Succulent Collection
One of the easiest indoor plants to grow and care for, haworthia succulents (also called zebra plants) boast spiked foliage...

Orchid Care 101: Your Guide to Growing Orchids
This beautiful and mysterious species is known for its symmetric and upward-facing flowers, and specific care requirements. Find out how...

14 Best Christmas Plants and Flowers for the Holiday Season
Decorating with Christmas plants and flowers is a great holiday tradition to start or continue in your home.

How to Dry, Save and Plant Amaryllis Seeds
Did you know that amaryllis flowers produce seeds? Learn how to dry, save and grow amaryllis seeds for more holiday...

6 Fascinating Facts About Poinsettias
Want to look like a botanical genius? Impress the folks around your Christmas dinner table this year when you share...

How to Get Rid of Fungus Gnats on Houseplants
Fungus gnats have a real knack for annoying houseplant owners. Here's how to banish them for good—without using harmful pesticides.

Plant Brunnera Jack Frost in a Shady Spot
If you're tired of hostas and want an eye-catching, easy-to-grow foliage plant for your shady areas, try brunnera Jack Frost.

All About Witches’ Butter Fungus
Look for edible witches' butter fungus after heavy rains. This colorful fungus looks like bright yellow jelly emerging from dead...

Grow a Dogwood Tree for Beauty and the Birds
Dogwoods trees have good looks, and they also attract wildlife. Add a dogwood tree to your yard for colorful flowers,...

Top 10 Fragrant Flowers for Floral Scent Lovers
The best blooms are those that fill the air with perfume. Pack your garden with colorful fragrant flowers, including jasmine...


Add Lilac Vine to Backyard Flower Gardens
Create a beautiful backdrop in your backyard flower gardens by planting vines.

Late-Season Stars: Your Complete Aster Flower Guide
Asters glow brightly in your fall garden. Learn all you need to know them, including the best aster flower varieties,...

Grow a Dwarf Colorado Blue Spruce for Evergreen Beauty
No space for a spruce? Consider adding a dwarf Colorado blue spruce for the look of this delightful tree without...

Top 10 Best Value Garden Plants
Don't waste your time or money on flowers that won't last. Choose these best value plants to make every garden...

Top 10 Easy Vegetables to Grow in Your Garden
Harvest food from your garden with these easy vegetables to grow. From tomatoes to peas, make this the year you...

Hawthorn Tree Care and Growing Tips
Bring birds, butterflies and bees to your backyard with a hawthorn tree! Here's how to grow one—and why it's a...