Plants

Why do some gardens thrive, free from the clutches of pesky aphids, while others seem to be a bug buffet? Here's a...

Got rabbits or deer turning your garden into their personal buffet? It's a real headache, right? These critters don't just nibble on...

Ever dealt with those cheeky squirrels turning your garden into their personal snack bar? Yeah, it’s not just you. These fluffy critters,...

Until we solve many of our current pollution problems some urban gardens will suffer. Here are smog tolerant options for gardens in dirty cities. Sometimes...

Successful gardeners know vegetable and flower gardening is a year-round endeavor. Even in the deepest winter there is plenty to be done to ensure...

Monarda didyma is highly attractive to hummingbirds, honeybees and butterflies, as well as providing weeks of colorful blooms each summer and early fall. Learn...

Indoor plants such as the Peace Lily, Fern, and Cheese Plant, require plenty of watering, and can significantly contribute to a healthy living environment. Human...

Planting Butterfly Weed Butterfly weed is hardy in zones 4-9 and flower from midsummer to fall. The milkweed-shaped pods appear in fall and can be...

Growing edible plants to use as a border in your herb, flower or vegetable gardens. There are many herbs that make attractive edging for your...

This fast growing perennial herb will quickly become a favorite in the herb garden. Betony, Stachys officinalis, is a medium height, slightly oval stemmed, toothed...

Medicinal herbs can be grown in a specialized garden that focuses on a particular illness. This is one medicinal herb garden for Respiratory Illness. The...

Blooms from forced bulbs, for gifts or to keep, can fill the home with the feeling of springtime months before the soil starts to...

Amaryllis bulbs can be picked up in just about any store these days to bloom around Christmas. Most people don't know you can keep...

Popular Christmas decorations and gifts include poinsettia, amaryllis, and live evergreen trees. These plants will thrive if given proper care after the...

Attracting birds to the garden landscape can be easy for gardeners who plant these shrubs that feed and house native bird species. These shrubs and...

Houseplants aren't only good for cleaning the air-they can also add a fresh and stylish touch to any home decor. Here's how! Adding houseplants is...

Learn beginning gardening tips to make flower purchasing and planting easy. Find ideal flowers and plants and create a no-fuss garden. Gardening seems like a...

These five simple flower garden ideas for containers and window boxes create instant color and add beauty through simple, strong designs. Gardeners with small spaces...

Easy Growing Epiphytic and Terrestrial Plants for Indoor Gardening Learn how to grow epiphytic and terrestrial bromeliads as houseplants. Bromeliads are good easy to grow...

Are you looking for a plant that truly stands out in your home or garden? Bromeliads might be the answer. These plants...

One of the most unusual flowers to grow is what is commonly known as Queen Ann Tears or Queen's Tears. Other names for Billbergia nutans...

Have you ever faced the challenge of wanting to add a splash of tropical beauty to your indoor garden but didn't know...

As the last few months of winter wane, spring is in everyone's minds. Garden expert P. Allen Smith demonstrates some easy ways to bring...

Want to improve the air quality of your home while adding color and interest? An indoor garden with common houseplants helps you to do...

Have you ever wondered what makes a houseplant truly stand out in the crowded world of indoor gardening? Black Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus...

Have you ever wondered why catnip drives cats wild with joy? This plant, a true favorite among feline friends, holds a special...

Many people are getting back to the earth, growing their own food, and that includes growing herbs to use when you cook what you...

What could be more wonderful than strolling through a flower garden full of scent and fragrance? Here are some top perennial picks for a...

Also known as summer lilac, this plant is an easy to grow drought tolerant blooming shrub that attracts beneficial insects. The butterfly bush, or the...

With the cooling days of autumn, many summer perennials begin to cease their blooms. Gardeners can keep the color going for the autumn months...

Just because the flush of spring and summer flowers has ended, doesn't mean a garden has to be boring or devoid of sweet aroma....

Are you facing the challenge of bringing life to the shaded areas of your garden? Shady spots often present a unique set...

In the enchanting world of gardening, where nature’s tapestry is the canvas and time is the brush, every corner holds potential. However,...

Have you ever faced the struggle of wanting fresh garlic at your fingertips, only to be met with the disappointment of store-bought...

Though some people think that spiders are cute little animals and can be proven a very good pet, not everyone likes to have them...

The worst thing ever that could happen to a garden is its disheveled look due to unknown insect attacks. A number of...

Embarking on a career as a plant breeder opens doors to a pivotal role in agriculture and biotechnology.

Thrives in shade and needs less water, Vinca plants bring beautiful blooms to gardens in hard to grow locations. Good for ground...

With harvest parties, Halloween and Thanksgiving autumn containers can be a dramatic focal point on a deck, patio or open garden spot.

One of the most challenging garden situations is under the roof hanging of a house, or against a tall fence which blocks...

These plants all have strong vertical or upright growth habits to add contrast and interest in a container or hanging basket planting.

The popularity of room plants has exploded in recent years. They are mainly grown for decorative purposes and to enhance your interior. But it...

Are you getting tired of watching your newly bought plants wither and droop one by one after just a few weeks? If these things happen...

Get a garden or landscape off to a fast start with these fast growing perennials. Fast growing perennials are a great way to start landscaping...

The evergreen Lantana hybrid is a useful drought tolerant plant for any Mediterranean garden where it will flourish and bring colour for most of...

Several ivy varieties do have similar growing conditions. Boston ivy is one of the best ivies that will climb all kinds of buildings. It would...

One of the best vines that never dries is the Hedera Helix plant. English ivy is an excellent plant that will be great in covering...

Orchids are stunning and elegant plants that can add beauty to any space. However, they can sometimes become unhealthy and look sad...

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on a common issue experienced by many plant enthusiasts - the browning of ferns. This problem can...

Making the decision to introduce plants into your home can bring many benefits, from improving air quality to providing a pop of...