The Lowdown on Ladybugs: Beneficial Beetle Facts
Find out why a ladybug is not actually a bug at all! Plus find out more curious and fun facts about these helpful garden beetles.
Top 10 Daylily Delights for Butterflies and Hummingbirds
New daylily hybrids are better than ever, with bold colors, sturdy stems and bountiful blooms. Plus pollinators will love them!
Top 10 Seriously Cool Succulents That Make Great Houseplants
If you're looking for some eccentric, low-maintenance plants to keep you company indoors, look no further than succulents. Here are...
17 Photos of White Cardinals and Leucistic Birds
You'll be amazed at these photos of white cardinals and other lovely leucistic birds, including partially albino hummingbirds, finches and...
13 Types of Woodpeckers Birders Should Know
Readers share pictures of woodpeckers that show the beauty of these amazing birds. Look for these types of woodpeckers across...
Top 10 Types of Milkweed to Support Monarch Butterflies
You have probably thought about planting milkweed to help monarch butterflies. Here are 10 of the best types of milkweed...
14 Daffodil Facts You Need to Know
Find out how long daffodils bloom, how deep to plant daffodil bulbs, where to see a daffodil festival, and more...
18 Pictures That Will Change the Way You Look at Moths
Butterflies may get all the glory, but these pretty moth pictures prove that some species of moths are just as...
10 Perennials You Should Cut Back Every Fall (And 5 to Let Be)
Winterizing your garden includes trimming back some perennials and leaving others until spring. Our experts tell you what to do...
Transform Your Landscape With a Rock Garden
Artful arrangements of boulders, pebbles and stones reshape any dull landscape into a rock garden that stands out and sings.
Top 10 Small Flowering Trees for Your Yard
Even if you have a tiny yard, you can still grow one of these small flowering trees. These bloom-tastic trees...
20 Inspirational Pictures of Birds in Flight
It's always awe-inspiring to see birds soaring on the wind. Admire their grace and beauty with these incredible photos of...
12 Pretty Pictures of Milkweed Flowers in Bloom
Milkweed is a beautiful plant—both for helping butterflies and for the gorgeous flowers it grows. Find awe in milkweed's lovely...
Top 10 Dazzling Types of Daisies You Should Grow
Add pops of color and classic shapes that steal the show in your backyard. Grow the most beautiful types of...
25 Simply Stunning Pictures of Hawks
Soaring in the sky or perched on a wire, these fantastic pictures of hawks captured by our readers will take...
18 Totally Adorable Tufted Titmouse Bird Pictures
The tufted titmouse is one of the cutest backyard songbirds. Enjoy this roundup of super sweet titmouse bird pictures from...
Dwarf Coneflower Varieties for Small Spaces
If you don't have much space, you can still grow coneflowers! Find the perfect dwarf coneflower for your garden, in...
12 Houseplants You’ll Probably Regret
You might want to avoid houseplants that are finicky, prone to problems, cause allergies or could injure children or pets.
The 11 Best Coneflower Plants to Grow
With dozens of new coneflower plants on the market and at garden centers, learn how to pick the best ones...
11 Grumpy Bird Pictures to Turn Your Frown Upside-Down
These birds woke up on the wrong side of the nest! Laugh at grumpy bird photos of burrowing owls, northern...
25 Funny Animal Pictures to Make You Smile
Need a laugh today? Check out these funny animal pictures that portray the silly antics and hijinks of pets, backyard...
21 Funny Deer Pictures You Need to See
They're a staple of many backyards and parks—but deer can be pretty funny, too. These funny deer pictures are sure...
11 Funny Frog Pictures That Will Make You Laugh
These frogs are surprisingly hilarious! Check out our roundup of funny frog pictures, including frogs in birdhouses and frogs with...
The Best Mushroom Growing Kits and Logs
No garden? No light? No problem! These mushroom logs and mushroom growing kits let you grow edible mushrooms in almost...
Top 10 Stonecrop Sedum Varieties to Grow
Splashy succulents transform outdoor spots from dull to dazzling. Grow these colorful stonecrop sedums to brighten up your garden.
25 Funny Bird Pictures That Will Make You Squawk With Laughter
From an 'awkward' bluebird family photo to a gull deciding whether to follow the beach rules, these funny bird pictures...
12 Colorful Pictures of Coneflowers in Bloom
These vibrant flowers are a staple in many gardens! Appreciate their beauty with a healthy garden of lovely pictures of...
30 Sunflower Pictures That Radiate Beauty
Sunny sunflowers are a favorite sign of summer. These spectacular sunflower pictures from readers will surely brighten your day.
5 Secret Hummingbird Travel Spots to Visit
To see hummingbirds galore, including gorgeous species that rarely visit the United States, plan to visit these hummingbird travel hotspots.
17 Dazzling Dragonfly Pictures You’ll Love
If you don't already enjoy looking for pretty dragonflies in your garden, these amazing dragonfly pictures will change your mind!
Top 10 Stunning Summer Flowers That Bloom Nonstop
While some summer flowers have brief moments in the spotlight, these beauties keep on blooming right up until fall in...