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Growing Blanket Flower Jul 12, 2023

Low-maintenance blanket flower is a native plant that will fill your yard’s sunny spots with colorful blooms all season long.

The Best Watering Cans of 2023, Picked by HGTV Editors Jun 15, 2023

Hydrate your plant babies and keep them blooming with a top-rated watering can perfect for your home and needs.

10 Best Fruit Storage Ideas Jun 2, 2023

When life gives you lemons, stick ‘em in one of these stylish fruit bowls, baskets or bins.

How to Plant, Grow and Harvest Lemon Balm May 18, 2023

Fragrant, fast-growing lemon balm can be a good addition to garden beds or containers. Learn how to grow this pollinator-friendly …

What to Plant in August May 22, 2023

It's not too late to plant, even in late summer. You can still grow short-season veggies, herbs and flowers in August from seeds o …

The Best Houseplants You Can Buy on Amazon May 18, 2023

If you've ever been curious about the live plants they sell on Amazon, try these highly-rated, relatively low-maintenance options …

How to Plant, Grow and Care for Chives May 16, 2023

Learn how to plant, grow, harvest and use chives. This popular perennial herb is easy to grow and has many benefits in the kitchen …

How to Plant, Grow and Care for Dill May 10, 2023

Dill is an easy-to-grow addition to an herb garden. Learn how to select, plant, grow, harvest and preserve this tasty herb.

How to Grow Spaghetti Squash Apr 27, 2023

Add a spaghetti squash vine to your garden. It’s easy to grow, and the reward is a tasty, healthy pasta substitute.

How to Grow Carex Sedges Apr 26, 2023

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Learn the many ways this perennial sedge grass makes a great addition to your garden, including using Carex in containers, along b …

Why Do Tomatoes Split? Apr 25, 2023

When it comes to taste, homegrown tomatoes beat those hard, red supermarket orbs hands down. Learn why tomatoes crack and split an …

What to Plant in July Apr 19, 2023

Don't give up on your garden when the weather is hot. Learn what to plant in July and you can still enjoy many of your favorite ve …

Why Are My Cucumbers Bitter? Apr 14, 2023

Cucumbers are one of summer’s best gifts — unless you bite into a bitter one. Find out the science behind why cucumbers are bitter …

How to Use Epsom Salt for Plants Apr 6, 2023

You can buy Epsom salt in the drugstore, but it's more than a home remedy for various ailments. Learn when Epsom salt can help pla …

How to Plant and Grow Anemone Flower Apr 19, 2023

Looking for brilliant blooms to take your garden from spring to summer to fall? Easy-to-grow anemones are the answer.

The Best Plant Stands for Every Style and Space Mar 27, 2023

Elevate your botanical display with these fresh-picked plant stands.

Growing Passionflower Vine Mar 23, 2023

Add exotic flair to your garden with the intricate blooms of Passiflora, the passionflower vine. This heat-loving vine is a cinch …

How to Water Houseplants Mar 21, 2023

Learn the art of watering houseplants and show off the green thumb you always knew you had.

How to Plant and Grow Allium Mar 13, 2023

With their unusual blooms and vivid colors, ornamental alliums add an exotic touch to gardens.

How to Choose and Grow Honeysuckle Mar 7, 2023

Few garden plants are as polarizing for gardeners as the honeysuckle. Honeysuckle flowers can be a welcome sight in the garden or …

How to Plant and Grow Creeping Thyme Feb 28, 2023

Creeping thyme makes a fragrant and functional groundcover.

How to Grow Sweet Alyssum Feb 22, 2023

Sweet alyssum brings color and fragrance to your early spring garden. Easy to grow from seed, alyssum is a low-growing plant that …

12 Best Indoor Herb Garden Kits Feb 21, 2023

Snip fresh herbs right when you need them with one of these indoor herb garden kits to grow thyme, cilantro, basil, parsley and mo …

How to Plant and Grow Catmint Feb 13, 2023

Catmint plants dress up borders, paths and rock gardens with their lovely lavender, pink or white blooms. Use them as "shoes" for …

Best Way to Get Rid of Dandelions Permanently Feb 2, 2023

Learn the best methods of killing dandelions so you won't spend your weekends weeding dandelions again and again.

Planting and Growing Artichokes Dec 14, 2022

Learn all the basics of growing artichokes, from planting artichokes to the right time to harvest them for your dinner table.

Growing Boxwoods Dec 6, 2022

For sun or partial shade, boxwoods are some of the most popular evergreen shrubs to grow in landscapes and gardens.

The Best Gifts for Plant Lovers Nov 7, 2022

Looking to find the perfect present for the plant lover on your list? Our hand-picked gift ideas are sure to knock their stalks of …

How to Grow Tulip Tree Oct 21, 2022

Tulip tree — Liriodendron tulipifera (also known as tulip poplar) — is a stunning addition in a large landscape.

Fall For This Quirky DIY Pumpkin Gnome Oct 20, 2022

Our no-carve pumpkin gnome is an easy fall DIY that is quick to assemble and sure to add a touch of whimsy to your autumn decor.

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African violets come in a stunning variety of colors, flower forms and sizes.

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Infuse your yard with scent-sational blossoms that look as good as they smell.

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After your lilies flower, tuck them in for the winter with tips from the experts at Stargazer Barn.

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Add floral fireworks to your garden with new coneflowers that dazzle with exciting flower forms and a rainbow of petal colors.

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From scents of jasmine to pineapple, these fragrant shrubs are a breath of fresh air.

Flowering Dogwood Tree Varieties 14 Photos

These lovely dogwood tree cultivars offer four-season garden beauty.

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Stoke — or start — a love affair with bulbs by learning about different types of flower bulbs.