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  • Two gloved hands holding a yellow and orange marigold plant over fresh dirt

    How To Fertilize Marigolds And Extend Their Beautiful Blooms

    Want to make your marigold blooms last for even longer? Try changing up the way you fertilize them. Here's what to know about caring for marigolds.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 14 min ago Read More
  • Two Northern bobwhite quail, which regularly feed on Illinois bundleflower seeds, in a home garden.

    The Perennial Flower That Benefits Plants, Boosts Soil, And Feeds Birds

    Cultivating wild plants at home provides more than pretty flowers or foliage. Legumes like this drought-hardy species improve soil and feed visiting critters.

    By Lindsay Donaldson 4 hours ago Read More
  • Close up of pink scented geranium flower with green foliage in the background

    Enjoy A Fly-Free Yard When You Add This Fragrant Flower Cultivar To Your Garden

    The solution to your pest problem might involve a trip to your local plant nursery instead of the cleaning product aisle of a grocery store. Here's how.

    By Amy Jeanroy 16 hours ago Read More
  • A hummingbird with a purple throat and emerald back in mid-flight

    Not Honeysuckle Or Bee Balm: The Flower That Hummingbirds & Butterflies Can't Resist

    This easy-to-grow plant features tubular flowers that hummingbirds and butterflies love. And unlike bee balm and honeysuckle, it doesn’t require full sun.

    By Megan Newton 18 hours ago Read More
  • A green hummingbird perched in a tree.

    The Low-Maintenance Vine That Attracts Hummingbirds To Your Yard All Summer & Fall Long

    Are you a bit of a lazy gardener, but still want to grow flowers for hummingbirds? If yes, consider this vine with abundant red flowers hummers can't resist.

    By R. A. Fletcher 22 hours ago Read More
  • A hummingbird approaches a red flower.

    Not Honeysuckle, Not Petunias: The Hanging Basket Flower Hummingbirds Can't Resist

    This bright red star-shaped flower is extremely easy to grow, resistant to droughts, and will have hummingbirds buzzing from June to October.

    By Katharine Hansen 1 day ago Read More
  • Joanna Gaines smiling in a room with warm lighting.

    It's Not A Trap: Why Joanna Gaines Places Weird Boxes Around Her Garden Flowers

    Have you seen the weird little boxes Joanna Gaines has in her flower garden? It turns out they are a great way to learn more about honey bees.

    By R. A. Fletcher 1 day ago Read More
  • A hummingbird perched on a dead branch amongst other branches and foliage.

    Not Honeysuckle, Not Zinnia: The Fiery Hanging Basket Flower Hummingbirds Can't Resist

    Tired of the regular ol' hummer-attracting greenery? Spice things up by growing this vibrant, cascading plant in a basket and hanging it from your porch.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 2 days ago Read More
  • A man trims the grass at the edge of a concrete driveway using a string trimmer.

    Ditch Concrete For An Eco-Friendly Driveway Edge Alternative That Smells Incredible

    Artificial driveway edging is tidy, but it's not always good for the environment. Encourage pollinators and add fragrance to your front yard with living edging.

    By Nina Phillips 2 days ago Read More
  • Vibrant pink and white petunias blooming in a hanging basket under a wooden pergola

    Not Misting: Amazon Has A Solution To Keep Hanging Flower Baskets Hydrated In The Summer Heat

    Caring for your hanging flower baskets the right way is worth it for the color they bring to your yard. Try this Amazon solution if yours are dehydrated.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago Read More
  • Female hands transplanting catmint in a garden

    16 Heat-Tolerant Perennials To Plant In June And July For Blooms Into Fall

    Summer heat doesn't have to leave your garden looking worn out and tired when certain perennial choices are built to thrive through the hottest months.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 2 days ago Read More
  • A large open back yard and deck with a direct view to neighboring houses.

    The Fragrant, Fast-Growing Privacy Plant For A Secluded Backyard

    Plant this abundantly blooming shrub with a heady scent along your boundary and you'll have a dense hedge in no time. Plus, it couldn't be easier to care for.

    By R. A. Fletcher 3 days ago Read More
  • An abundant patch of blooming daylilies in a garden bed with a concrete bird bath in the background.

    How To Deadhead Daylilies For Nonstop Blooms

    Daylilies do fine without deadheading, but trimming spent blooms improves aesthetics and promotes reblooming. However, you need to use the right technique.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 3 days ago Read More
  • person relaxing on patio in a hammock near plants

    The Only Tree You Need To Make Your Patio Or Porch Smell Good

    Having a relaxing porch or patio can be enhanced by beautiful floral scents. There is one tree that can make your area smell good all on its own.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 3 days ago Read More
  • A red admiral butterfly with wings outstretched sits on a worn wooden fence post.

    The Sandy-Soil Flower That Attracts Butterflies All Summer & Fall Long

    Trying to cultivate a wildflower or pollinator garden on sandy soil? Plant this pretty native perennial to have butterflies visiting in droves in no time.

    By Annette Hird 4 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a blue-throated hummingbird resting on a branch

    Not Honeysuckle, Not Impatiens: The Easy-To-Grow Flower Hummingbirds Love

    Not only is it easy to grow and attractive to hummingbirds, but this unique flower is colorful and compatible with many types of home gardens.

    By Aleem Ahmad 4 days ago Read More
  • A colorful hummingbird in flight

    Not Phlox, Not Coral Bells: The Plant That Loves Shade And Attracts Summer Hummingbirds

    This hosta varietal would be the perfect addition to your garden if you're looking for a hardy perennial plant that produces beautiful white blooms.

    By Megan Newton 5 days ago Read More
  • A hummingbird perched in garden on a twig.

    Brighten Walkways & Borders With A Colorful Foliage Plant That Hummingbirds Love

    Striking a balance between looks and blooms can make it hard to choose plants for hummingbird garden borders. This impressive perennial does both with ease.

    By Megan Newton 5 days ago Read More
  • A lovely garden filled with a variety of flowers

    The Popular Low-Maintenance Flower You'll Never Need To Deadhead

    This beautiful flower is self-cleaning, meaning its spent blooms drop off all on their own. Use it for borders, containers, or even a cutting garden.

    By Annette Hird 5 days ago Read More
  • A woman tending to hydrangeas in the garden

    Plant This Hydrangea Lookalike For More Butterflies, Pollinators, And Shade In Your Yard

    Hydrangeas are beautiful, especially during their blooming season, but they're not popular with pollinators. Get the same look with this resilient shrub.

    By Ellen Douglas 5 days ago Read More
  • A collection of hostas and other plants growing next to a building

    Attract Butterflies And Other Pollinators With A Hosta Companion They Can't Resist

    Although most hostas bloom, they aren't grown for their flower spikes. Pairing them with this vining plant offers stunning foliage and gorgeous flowers.

    By Annette Hird 5 days ago Read More
  • a rose garden filled with colorful shrub roses and climbing roses

    The Award-Winning, Disease-Resistant Rose That Grows Happily As A Shrub Or Climber

    If you are looking for a beautiful rose type to plant in your yard, we've got one. It's an award-winner and can be a shrub or a trellis climber.

    By Nancy Schaffer 6 days ago Read More
  • Gloved hands dividing hosta plant root ball over a green lawn in the sun

    15 Perennials You Should Be Dividing In May

    Dividing your plants can help reduce crowding and even allow for propagation. May is the perfect time to do so for many late-blooming perennials.

    By R. A. Fletcher 6 days ago Read More
  • Person planting young shrub with small green leaves in ground

    The Small, Blooming Shrub That Is Highly Attractive To Butterflies

    If you're looking for a pop of pretty color in a somewhat limited space, consider planting this quick-growing shrub that's a butterfly magnet.

    By Megan Newton 6 days ago Read More
  • Person holding bowl of closed dandelion heads.

    Don't Toss Out The Dandelions From Your Yard — Turn Them Into A Stunning Wreath For Your Door

    Dandelions might be annoying weeds in your lawn, but they can also be beautiful flowers for crafts. This DIY uses the seed heads to make a unique wreath.

    By Lindsay Donaldson 6 days ago Read More
  • Outdoor terracotta pots filled with baby's breath

    Not Baby's Breath: Here's A Look Alike Flower That's Great For Filling Pots Fast

    This plant has similar-looking flowers as baby’s breath — delicate, tiny, and white — but is a totally different, faster-growing species.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 7 days ago Read More
  • Pink and white petunias in hanging basket hung outdoors.

    How To Fertilize Petunias And Extend Their Beautiful Blooms

    If you want to keep enjoying your petunias’ blooms all season long, making sure you fertilize them with the right nutrients at the right time is key.

    By Katharine Hansen 7 days ago Read More
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