Perennials
Perennials
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Winterizing Raised Beds: How To Protect Your Raised Bed Gardens In Winter
Keeping raised beds protected in winter will ensure that you can hit the ground running in spring. Our guide to winterizing raised beds will help you get ready
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Tiny Trees For The Holidays: 6 Real Mini Christmas Tree Varieties For Festive Cheer
The best things come in small packages, so they say, and when it comes to spreading holiday cheer, you’ll love these real mini Christmas tree plant types
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Unique Native Shrubs: 7 Natural Winners Every Gardener Should Add To The Landscape
While we know shrubs to be amongst the most reliable plants in our yards, some are naturally more resilient. These gorgeous native shrubs are sure to thrive in your plot
By Teo Spengler
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7 Best Perennials To Divide In Fall: Clone Favorite Plants And Boost Bloom Rates
Divide these perennials in the fall for the best results and to enjoy new copies of your favorite plants in other areas of your garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Flowering Natives For Shade: 6 Flowering Native Shade Plants For A Sustainable Garden
Shady parts of our garden may seem trickier to enhance, but they can be a floral haven for the right selections. Here are six gorgeous flowering natives for shade
By Amy Grant
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8 Flower Seeds To Harvest In September – To Grow An Endless Supply Of Blooms
Collect these popular flower seeds and fill your garden beds and pots with glorious new blooms, without spending a penny.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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7 Perennial Herbs Perfect For Pots – Enjoy Aromatic Patio Harvests Year After Year
Discover the best perennial herbs to grow in pots. Ideal for small spaces, these low-maintenance plants offer year-round flavor and greenery on your patio.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Time To Transplant Peonies: Why Fall Is The Best Time To Move Peonies, And How To Do It Right
If you want the healthiest peonies, replanting is a great way to boost longevity. Here’s why fall is the best time to move peonies, and how to transplant them correctly.
By Tonya Barnett
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Want Bright White Blooms? 12 Best White Flowers To Grow In Your Yard
A bold splash of color may add interest – but the right whites infuse brightness, purity and class. Here are 12 of the best white flowers to add to your plot
By Tonya Barnett
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Essential Ground Cover Plants: 10 Options To Try For A Gorgeous, Low-Maintenance Garden
You might be thinking ground cover has a fairly forgettable place in your garden, just filling in the gaps – well, think again! These 10 ground cover plants are practical and pretty
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Get More From Blooming Perennials: 12 of the Best Perennial Flowers For Years Of Color
There are some flowering perennials you will quickly want to see again and again in your garden. Here are a dozen of the best perennial flowers to grow for years of dazzling blooms
By Tonya Barnett
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Don’t Trim These Plants Before Fall: 7 Plants You Should Not Prune In Summer
High summer is synonymous with deadheads and straggly growth, so it’s tempting to reach for the cutters. But here are the plants you should not prune in summer – and why
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Sarah Bernhardt Peony Care: How To Grow This Timeless Beauty
For timeless elegance and romantic allure, the showstopping Sarah Bernhardt peony is a stunning performer. Find out how to grow and cultivate this iconic flowering beauty
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Best Perennial Vegetables: Grow Crops That Come Back Every Year
Save money and expand your veggie repertoire with delicious perennial vegetables that yield fresh harvests year after year.
By Amy Grant
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8 Longest-Flowering Perennials – For Blooms In Spring, Summer And Fall
Plants with a long flowering season provide continuous color and interest throughout the growing seasons. Discover beautiful perennials known for their extended bloom times.
By Melanie Griffiths
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How To Grow A Pinky Winky Hydrangea For The Ultimate Dreamy Blooms
With its jumbo flower heads and striking two-tone displays, the Pinky Winky hydrangea stands proud and pretty in any garden. Find out how to cultivate your own dynamic pink and white panicles
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Grow A Rose Plant Faster: Top Tips For Quick-Growing Blooms
Impatiently waiting for your precious roses to burst forth with color and lush fragrance? Follow our expert guide on how to grow a rose plant faster
By Tonya Barnett