Plant Ideas

Many outdoor gardens have structures like pergolas or arbors that help give some character to the space, but if you have a climbing plant to accompany the structure, you will …

As an individual who loves having flowers in bloom around my home, I need more than flowers that bloom in the spring and summer in my garden. Fall blooming flowers …

In this video, Chris Alexander from HostasDirect is going to walk you through the three Ds of dividing Hostas. The three D’s include digging, de-dirting it, and dividing it. In …

I like to fill my gardens with perennials so that they come back the next year. My garden used to be surrounded by trees, but we moved this past year, …

Succulent plants are the perfect solution to a dry summer that has not had a lot of rain. These types of plants thrive in any weather, but planting them in …

If you live in a desert area where rain is not a common occurrence, then having a garden may be a difficult task. The solution? Create a cactus garden that …

The right flowering plants can change the entire feel of your yard, and also influence the creatures that make their home there. Whether you want to attract butterflies and bees …

White flowers are often the symbol of purity, and they do lighten a space. They often frame pops of color as well, but the most attractive aspect may be the …

If you’re a busy homeowner who still wants a beautiful flowering landscape in your arid location, you may be seeking plants that can thrive under heat and drought conditions. What …

Have you ever wondered how many plants there are that can thrive in a shady garden? Is it even possible to create a beautiful ornamental garden in shaded areas? Most …

While cute, rabbits can be serious garden pests! There’s nothing quite like the frustration of carefully planting and caring for your garden, only for a family of rabbits to show …

Planting a garden is all about expressing yourself and creating a place of beauty for you and your loved ones. We like to think of the gardener as the artist, …

Many people are planting what’s known as a “Chocolate Garden.” Sounds like something straight out of Willy Wonka’s factory, right? Well, it’s a beautiful reality. There are fragrant flowers and …

Blue is a popular hue for gardeners. The trend to use blue flowers, like hydrangeas, is growing. However, there’s a bit of study and planning before attempting to make hydrangeas …

Roses are the most popular flower in the United States. In 1986, they were even named as the nation’s official flower! With their widespread familiarity, the casual observer might think that there’s not …