Lots of brightly colored flowering plants in a range of containers - Ira Niva/Shutterstock If you've been looking for ways to keep your garden from fading come midsummer, there's one must-plant flower ...

After the shorter days of winter, my spring garden has sprung into life and each morning I venture out to spot what’s emerging from the soil or starting to bloom. I’m enjoying seeing my majestic ...

When planning a new garden, getting the layout right pays dividends immediately and over the long term. A good garden layout makes the space more attractive and functional and can help reduce time ...

Ever walked by a house and thought, “Wow, that looks amazing”? Curb appeal is that magic touch that makes your home feel ...

Few things can beat fresh flowers livening up your home's exterior with fragrant aromas and attractive blooms. If you don't have ample amounts of yard space to accommodate raised garden beds or rows ...

“An annual is a plant that produces colorful blooms all season long and lasts for just one year,” explains Dan Stuppiello, divisional merchandise manager of Live Goods at Home Depot. “If you want to ...

Several annual and perennial plants can add a splash of color to your landscape in early spring. Consider planting ranunculus in a pot or basket for a stunning display of pastel colors. Chives, while ...

Every season comes with its own gardening highs and lows, but summer is a particularly joyous time to have a flower garden. It’s the time of year when so many varieties are flowering at once, so ...

Gardeners often overlook the fact that some of the cool-season bedding plants that can be planted now are wonderfully fragrant. Color always seems to be the dominant factor when selecting these plants ...

"When you match easy-care plants with the conditions of your site, gardening becomes a cinch," writes syndicated gardening columnist Bawden-Davis in this chipper guide. Her "formula for a low-upkeep ...

We all delight in colorful landscapes. Colors enrich, add interest, draw attention, beautify, unify and complete the landscape. We often rely on beds of flowering plants to provide it. To keep the ...

Ever look out at your yard and wish it felt a little more inviting? Small changes can make a big difference, whether you’re ...