Ornamental Gardening

Are you looking for ways to make your landscape stand out in your neighborhood? An amazing way to have your landscape really say something interesting and unique about you is …

There is just something about fall. The early morning mist diffusing the late-rising sun. The woodsy freshly damp aroma of falling leaves. The colors are richer. Their hues are warmer. …

Daffodils are the quintessential spring bulb. Whether indoors or planted straight into the garden, spring is just not spring without the delicate daffodil cups swaying gently in the wind. And …

Winter is coming. Are you worried about all the excess bulbs you didn’t get in the ground in time. Or perhaps your tender bulbs are your main concern, as they …

Whether you’re looking to line a pathway or finish a newly planted flower bed, border plants are the ideal solution to round off any garden design. Tall or short, sprawling …

Hostas are one of the most popular garden plants around the globe. Their stunning foliage comes in a range of colors, patterns and textures, suitable for any garden design. However, …

As busy gardeners, we know the more that gets done in fall, the easier spring will be. Get as much done this fall to lessen the load. Don’t worry. There …

This fall is the perfect time to get ready for fantastic, beautiful spring blooms! An enormously satisfying way to enjoy the long winter months is by creating a spring-blooming garden …

When the best of the blooming season is in the rearview mirror, there is an exciting way to bring your favorite blooms inside. Many flowering plants, flowering bulbs in particular, …

Plants that are used for hedges have many benefits including creating privacy, delineating an area, and developing structural interest in the garden. Imagine a hedge that not only achieves those …

Who thinks of garden plants for the frozen months of winter? Just imagine creating gorgeous growing forms for future drapes of pristine glowing white snow. Here we’ll share more than …

Cottage gardens are all the rage right now. As part of this trend, you may have seen peonies popping up on your social media feeds. While the popularity of these …

The title of Most Unusual Succulent has to go to Lithops. Not only do they look wildly different from any other succulent – resembling stones, hooves, or tiny brains – …

Easy going, low-maintenance, gorgeous, and long living. Perennials that stand the test of time are all the above. These undemanding perennial plants are a perfect way to begin establishing a …

Companion planting isn’t new. The practice has been used for decades, mostly for agricultural reasons. However, the home gardening community has found companion planting has a place outside agriculture. Certain …

Isn’t that the goal, to be completely low maintenance and look great while you’re at it? It’s no longer function, style, fashion, or trend. If we want to have beautiful …

Spring and summer are considered the most colorful times of the year. Bright and soft pastels take over your garden and you’re treated to a sea of color. Let’s not …

Summer in the garden is a magical experience. Aside from the extreme heat. And the wilting plants. And the excessive watering… In all honesty, managing a summer garden in hot …

Lavender is a home garden favorite – an absolute must-have in all gardens. You probably know all the benefits of this evergreen perennial, that’s why you’ve planted it in that …

Foundation plants have many functions. Possibly the most important is their ability to create an enticing, welcoming feeling in front of and surrounding a house. They add beauty, soften hard …

Choose perennial sunflowers for a perfect fit. They are easy to care for. They also have long lasting, fall blooms. Late in the season, perennial sunflowers are an ode to …

It’s that time of year again – peony season. These delicate blooms are always popular among flower gardeners and non-gardeners alike. Often grown as cut flowers, gardeners wait in anticipation …

Drying flowers is the ultimate way to bring summer beauty inside. In this article, we will share the best flowers to choose for drying. Additionally, we will talk about different …

Create a pink-themed garden with these 21 most beautiful pink perennials. When it comes to flowers, it does not get any prettier than pink! Impressively, pink also brings nature in. …