In fact, prior to the politeness of the 19th century, orchids were known in Norfolk as bollockworts. Despite the origin of their name, few other plants have the glamour and allure of the orchid family ...

Bees are essential to the health of the Earth’s ecosystems, but the populations of many species are dwindling. These ...

Regardless of where you live and your US hardiness zone, there will be many fragrant privacy plants to choose from. Whether you are looking for scented flowering hedges or perfumed perennials, there ...

Plants and pets: Your furry friends and greenery add more life to your spaces. For your green thumb, find tips for saving ...

Today’s evergreens not only offer practical solutions to garden challenges—but they look fabulous in the landscape, too. With ...

Canna lilies are bold and beautiful landscape plants that are a staple growing in southern home gardens, popularized as easy ...

These three blooms not only fill the air with their sweet scent but also grow thick and lush enough to offer a sense of ...

Sunshine Warm climate Humidity Lush greenery Unfortunately, none of this makes gardening easier. The sun dries everything out, and sandy soil is generally unfriendly to ...

When I hear the word "gardening," my mind jumps back to childhood summers, pulling weeds in our vegetable patch. It was one ...

Varieties such as clematis, climbing hydrangea, and wisteria, are great for adding privacy to your garden, also these climbing perennials are flowering vines that will come back year after year.

This is prime time to prune trees and shrubs that already have finished blooming for the year.

Question: What can I plant in shady areas? Answer: 'Shade-tolerant plants are mainly spring-flowering, so go all-out for beautiful contrasting textures by using a slightly higher proportion of ...