Flowers
Who doesn’t enjoy flowering plants? Their intoxicating scents, eye-popping colors, fancy shapes and textures are truly beautiful. Yet, with so many flowers for the garden and types of flower gardens that can be grown, where does one start? No worries. Our flower gardening info will help you learn how to create flower gardens. From basic flower garden design to growing and caring for specific flowers, we’ll guide you. Don’t let the number of flower gardens and plants grown in them intimidate you. Instead, keep reading for tips on flower gardening.
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6 Flower Seeds I’m Gifting Everyone I Know This Christmas – To Inspire Their Garden In 2025
Give the most meaningful gift of growing this holiday season. Senior Editor Melanie shares her flower seed picks to delight both new and experienced gardeners.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Bold & Beautiful Festive Bloomers: 6 Christmas Flowering Plants For A Big Holiday Buzz
‘Tis the season for celebration and easy living, so make sure your plants are up to it. These dynamic Christmas flowering plants will help you see out the season in style
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Growing Spotted Bee Balm: Find Out How To Grow Horsemint For Your Pollinator Garden
For anyone looking to cultivate native flowering plants that attract pollinators, spotted bee balm is a must! We show you how to grow horsemint for friendly garden visitors
By Tonya Barnett
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Try These 7 Small Flower Bed Ideas For Big Blooms In Compact Corners
Looking for easy wins in your flower beds in the year ahead? Make room for these gorgeous small flower bed ideas – and you’ll see big results in the smallest spaces
By Tonya Barnett
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Fancy Christmas Flowers Other Than Poinsettias? Try These 6 Joyful Blooming Alternatives
The holiday season seems synonymous with poinsettia plants, but if you’re keen to broaden your festive floral horizons, why not try these cheerful holiday bloomers?
By Amy Grant
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Foraging Flowers: How To Forage Floral Plants – And Which Flowers You Can Pick For Free Edibles!
It’s fun to forage flowers, but it’s important to know the rules. Avoid areas that have been sprayed, beware of imposters and take only what you need.
By Tonya Barnett
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How Often To Water Poinsettias For Lush, Lovely Plants The Whole Holiday Season
Poinsettias are made to last, and yours can too if you know the secret. Here's how to keep your thirsty plant drinking well after Christmas.
By Teo Spengler
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Poinsettia Varieties To Spruce Up Your Holiday Display
Break free from the idea that poinsettias have to be red. Here are our favorite varieties of this holiday classic.
By Amy Grant
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When And How To Harvest Snapdragon Seeds For Years Of Blooms
Learn how to harvest snapdragon seeds to replenish those frilly, familiar garden flowers for everything from weddings to beautiful bouquets on your table.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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"I Turned My Floral Hobby Into A Thriving Business" – A Grower Shares Secrets For Success
Meet Dee Hall Goodwin, a professional cut flower farmer and dahlia fanatic, who turned her passion for growing and arranging flowers into a successful business. She wants everyone to share the floral joy.
By Karen Darlow
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How Long Do Mums Last? Plus, How To Make Chrysanthemum Flowers Last Longer
Chrysanthemums have the potential for enduring displays as we enter the quieter months of the year. But how long do mums last? Here’s how to maximize your fall blooms
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Are Orchids Poisonous To Cats? How To Keep Pets Safe And Stop Them Nibbling On Plants
The question of whether orchids are toxic to cats should be a prime consideration for indoor gardeners. Discover the potential risks, and how to avoid them.
By Amy Grant
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Blue Flowers For Native Gardens: 7 Native Blue Flowers To Grow
Blue might not seem like the sort of color that crops up regularly in a native garden, but you’d be amazed! Here we round up the loveliest native blue flowers you can try
By Tonya Barnett
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Overwinter Mums: Keep Chrysanthemums Coming Back Year After Year
Overwintering mums is possible with the right care. Learn how to winterize mums so you can have color in your fall garden every year.
By Tonya Barnett
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8 Flower Seeds To Sow In October For A Spectacular Garden Next Year
Sow the seeds of spring and summer flowers in fall, and enjoy months of beautiful vibrant blooms.
By Melanie Griffiths
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10 Sensational Black-Eyed Susan Varieties – For Months Of Magnificant Fall Color
Black-eyed Susan – or Rudbeckia hirta – flowers for months on end, from the hazy days of summer until the end of fall. Discover the most stunning varieties to fill pots, beds, and borders in your garden.
By Tonya Barnett
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Best Perennials To Plant In Fall: 8 Gorgeous Varieties For Next Year’s Garden
Add these perennials in the fall to get a head start on spring and summer with stronger, more established plants.
By Tonya Barnett