A shade garden is a green and contemplative refuge. It can also be a botanical calendar, with flowers signaling the change of seasons. Well-chosen perennials for shade provide texture and pattern, ...

Every spring, millions of gardeners spend real money on annuals that will be dead by October, and then do the whole thing again next year. There is a smarter way to garden, and it starts this month.

Soaring summer temperatures can take a toll on garden plants. Discover heat-tolerant perennial plants that thrive despite ...

Some flowering plants just won’t quit blooming! Discover gorgeous annuals, perennials, and shrubs that flower all summer long ...

Lavender (Lavandula) is a fragrant perennial that blooms about eight to 10 weeks after planting. It is known for its purple ...

If you’ve been itching to get your hands in the garden, the good news is that May is the perfect time to get planting. Most USDA zones are safe from the threat of frost this month, meaning that many ...

Forgot to plant your spring bulbs for early blooms this spring? You still have some options left. Plant these flowers for ...

Question: What perennial flowers would you suggest to plant so I can have color all spring, summer and fall? Answer: Most perennial flowers have a bloom period of three to six weeks. By choosing three ...

What perennial flowers would you suggest to plant so I can have color all spring, summer and fall? Most perennial flowers have a bloom period of three to six weeks. By choosing three or more different ...

Do you know why the flower went to the dentist? It needed a root canal. Flowers don’t need dentists, of course, but humans do come in handy for other flower tasks. For example, most perennials thrive ...

When it comes to attracting hummingbirds, some flowers are better than others for the job. Hummers generally go for ...

Want hummingbirds at your window? These nectar‑rich plants and vines draw them in quickly and keep them coming back all season.