Purple is a very popular color for flowers, and it can easily add splashes of bold and bright coloring to your landscaping. Even better, purple flowers come in a huge range of styles, sizes, and hues that makes it easy to add color to your garden or yard all year-round. They come in annuals and
One of the most popular fall flowers, the Chrysanthemum is a reliable ornamental plant. The range of varieties on offer means that you will find flowers suitable for filling large spaces as well as smaller varieties that are ideal for pots or window boxes. They are also pleasingly easy to grow. Chrysanthemum plants are hardy
Perennials are flowers that come back every year, and this is nice for a lot of gardeners who don’t want to spend the time (or the money) to constantly add new plants in each spring. Perennial flowers that come back every year are generally low-maintenance once they establish themselves, and they allow you to create
Do you think that you can’t grow flowers? Maybe you’re not sure what the easy flowers to grow are, and this leads to frustration on your part because you get stuck with challenging species that refuse to bloom like they should. Whatever the reason, you’ll need to start out with easy flowers to grow to
Annual flowers are types of plants that only grow for a single season. They can grow from spring well into the fall, and they die off when the freezing weather comes along. They won’t grow back in the spring unless you plant them again. This is a direct difference from perennial flowers where a small
Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) is a great way to bring early season color to your garden. The plant’s elegant, frilly flowers look particularly effective when planted in a mass in a floral spring border or pot. The narrow, long lasting foliage remains long after the flowers have faded, creating an effective background to showcase other
Did you know that a lot of landscape shrubs aren’t what deer like to eat? They will still eat them if they’re starving, but there are deer resistant shrubs available that they won’t touch. During colder weather, snow, or times when the deer’s natural food source is depleted, your flowers, plants, and shrubs are fair
Many gardeners get very excited about the springtime when they can get new plants or make big changes to their existing landscapes like creating an outdoor or indoor living wall, privacy screen, and more. During the summer months, there’s the excitement that comes with seeing your flowers in full bloom, but the garden tends to
Growing goldenrod as a garden plant is a somewhat controversial subject. Many people still view it as a weed, but gardeners with more insight recognize it as an important native plant with lots of potential. Goldenrod blooms in late summer and welcomes in fall with gorgeous golden-yellow flowers. It will light up your garden with
Despite the fact that it has the word “weed” in its name, Joe Pye weed is a great native flower to add to your garden. It’s not the best for small spaces, since it normally grows 5-8 feet tall, but it will add beauty and fragrance along with its impressive height. Joe Pye weed was
If you want to grow a cheerful and colorful flower that will bloom all the way through summer and to the first frost, cosmos are a great option to go with. Cosmos are annuals that are easy to grow and will reward you with bright colors and consistent blooms. They pair well with many other
Rose of Sharon is a pleasingly attractive summer flower. Its showy blooms, in shades of purple, pink, red and white last throughout the summer months, attracting butterflies, birds and pollinators to your garden. Also known as Althea, this popular ornamental flower originates in India and China. Despite its name this plant is not a rose.
Want to learn how to grow the bird of paradise? We’re going to cover how to grow and care for both the Caesalpinia and Strelitzia’s species of the plant. Both are surprisingly easy to maintain and they share many of the same requirements for planting and care. Before we do that, we’ll get familiar with
Crown of Thorns, or Euphorbia milii, is an ideal houseplant. Able to adapt to room temperature it also thrives in dry conditions and copes well if you occasionally forget to water or feed it. Originating in Madagascar, this is an attractive and reliable succulent. Its name refers to the belief that the crown of thorns
Fragrant and attractive, lily of the valley is a staple of the ornamental flower garden. A great ground cover option. In cooler climates this popular perennial continues to flower into winter. The small, white bell shaped flowers of the plant cover delicate stems which sit above bright green leaves. Once flowering has finished for the
Witch hazel is a very underrated shrub that is a fantastic addition to many gardens. It flowers during the winter, something very rare, and provides great fall color with yellow, red, or orange leaves. The bark of the witch hazel plant is also a staple in herbal medicine. It has a wide range of uses,
Hellebore is popular for its rose like sepals that emerge in early spring. Flowering usually coincides with the Christian festival of Lent. This has led to the plant also being known as the Lenten Rose. A pleasingly hardy plant, the foliage of the hellebore is evergreen in most regions. The sepals, which protect the true
Pruning roses is a key part of maintaining a healthy rose garden. Aromatic and attractive, taller varieties of rose plant, such as knockout roses are a great structural plant to build a flower filled bed around. Smaller, shrub varieties are equally attractive when grown in smaller gardens or containers. Whichever variety you choose to grow,
The calla lily is one of the most elegant ornamental plants. Despite its name, the calla lily is not actually a lily. Instead it is a member of the Araceae family. However, the plant does share many of the lily’s characteristics. A great way to add soft structure to the garden, when in flower these
Black Eyed Susan is one of the most cheerful summer flowers you can plant. This perennial plant is practically care-free once established and puts on a joyful display for weeks. Also called Rudbeckia, black-eyed Susans are very versatile plants. They come in a range of sizes including very compact varieties that are perfect for small
Verbena is known for its long lasting flowers which thrive during the hottest days of summer. A magnet for butterflies and pollinators, verbena is also a great way to add color and structure to your garden. The plants are also pleasingly easy to grow. In ancient times verbena was popular for its supposed healing properties.
Salvias are some of the most versatile and low-maintenance plants you can grow. With over 900 different species of salvia to choose from, there’s sure to be a favorite for your garden. Though they have a reputation for being tough and durable plants, salvias also look beautiful. Plants bloom with tubular flowers in shades of
Camellias are beautiful evergreen shrubs that bloom with large, exquisite flowers in many different shades and colors. Although originally from Asia, camellias are beloved plants in the southern U.S., even becoming the official state flower of Alabama. If you’ve ever seen their romantic and showy blooms, you might be wondering how to add these shrubs
The foxglove, or digitalis, is a quintessential English country cottage garden flower. Thriving in cottage garden and woodland planting schemes, foxgloves are also a great way to add height and structure to a mixed flower border. Flowering during the height of midsummer these stately plants, often called Fairy fingers and Goblins gloves, come in shades
Campanula is an attractive ornamental garden flower. Often coming in blue and purple shades, as well as occasional white varieties, the plant’s pleasing bell shaped flowers have inspired its informal name of bellflower. Campanula has an abundant flowering habit. The plants can happily flower all summer long. This longevity has helped to make the plant
Morning glories are beautiful, old-fashioned flowers. Their climbing vines can quickly fill in empty spaces in your gardens, and their huge blooms have a romantic air about them. Perfect for cottage gardens, you can plant morning glory as a ground cover, trailing plant, or to cover arbors and trellises. This plant is not, however, for
Dianthus are attractive cottage garden flowers belonging to the same family as carnations. Also known as Pinks or Sweet Williams the flowers are known for their colorful appearance and spicy cinnamon-like fragrance. Pinks grow in clumps or mounds that can reach up to 10 inches in height. From here attractive flowers emerge, happily reaching up
If you’re looking for an annual flower that’s easy to grow and will add a stunning burst of color to your garden, look no further than zinnias. Zinnias are a staple at garden centers and also incredibly easy to grow from seed. They make beautiful cut flowers and bloom prolifically. And there’s a huge range
Many people enjoy growing gardenia shrubs outdoors. Sadly, few people realise that it is also possible to grow gardenias indoors. This is a great option if you have little or no outdoor space. Growing gardenias indoors is a great way to enjoy the plants showy foliage and attractive, scented flowers. The gardenia is a member
Purple coneflower is a dream perennial to grow in your garden. It provides lovely color, needs little maintenance, and attracts lots of pollinators, hummingbirds, and songbirds. Drought tolerant and deer-resistant, not much bothers coneflower, and it will happily grow in a wide range of soils and conditions. It’s one of the best perennials for beginner
Miniature roses are a popular gift, especially around holidays such as Valentines Day. A more sustainable gift than the traditional bunch of cut red roses. With the right care and attention miniature roses can be kept indoors, or outside for an extended period. Coming in a rage of colors, shapes and aromas growing roses indoors
Butterfly weed is a bright and beautiful perennial that will add a lot to your garden. True to its name, this plant attracts butterflies, including the endangered monarch butterfly. It also fills your garden with warm color and once established will return to bloom year after year. Butterfly weed is a very easy plant to
If you want a fragrant, delicate plant to bring a touch of exotic interest to your home then the vining jasmine plant is for you. There is a misconception that growing jasmine indoors is difficult. This could not be further from the truth. With a little patience and extra care even an inexperienced gardener can
Want to learn how to press flowers? Pressing flowers is an easy way to preserve the beautiful blooms from your garden. You can use pressed flowers to add a floral handmade touch to cards and gifts or frame them in a design. Flower pressing is simple but you will need some supplies like newspaper, cardboard,
Guzmania is a fascinating plant. A tropical plant, guzmania is part of the Bromeliaceae family. Its colorful and distinctive flower bracts are a popular way to bring life and interest to homes and offices. Guzmania is also known as Scarlet Star. This name is a reference to how the foliage emerges from the center of
The world of orchid care can be intimidating for a newbie. Maybe you’ve heard of people complaining that they can never get their orchids to grow. Perhaps you want to grow orchids but you have no idea where to start or how hard it will be, yet rest assured that it’s not as tough as
Flamingo flower is a particularly attractive houseplant. Also known as Anthurium (Greek for tail flower) or ‘Painter’s Palette’, it is grown for its usually red flowers which sit above glossy green leaves. As the name ‘Painters Palette’ suggests the waxy red flower, really a leaf, can resemble the shape of an artist’s palette. For other
Red hot poker is a stately plant that adds drama to flower beds and borders. Belonging to the Kniphofia genus they are also known as torch lilies. Dwarf varieties of red hot poker can also be grown in container gardens. The bright, nectar filled flowers of red hot poker plants are popular with butterflies, bees
Here’s exactly how to store dahlia bulbs for winter and tips for replanting them in spring. Dahlias are some of the most striking flowers you can grow in your garden and landscape. They come in so many different sizes and colors that there’s sure to be an option for every gardener. Dahlias shine equally well
Despite their diminutive size the cyclamen (cyclamen persicum) is a popular and reliable way of adding color to winter and early spring gardens. Tiny plants, often reaching no more than 8 inches high, hardy cyclamens are distinctive woodland perennials. They do best growing in shady areas or forest style planting schemes. There are also tropical
Lantana Camara may be a showy plant but it is pleasingly easy to grow and care for. Drought tolerant, this summer flower is also pleasingly robust. Depending on the USDA zone you are growing in, lantanas can be grown as either an annual or perennial in zones 9-11. Its colorful verbena-like flowers are a magnet
Rosemary plant is a popular member of the herb garden. It is also a reliable addition to container gardens and vegetable patches. As well as its culinary uses, this Mediterranean herb retains its interest all year round. Growing rosemary is not difficult and this detailed plant guide will teach you everything you need to know
Bleeding Heart (Dicentra spectabilis) is an eye-catching addition to any garden. Flowering in early spring the plants heart-shaped flowers sit on arching blue-green foliage. Popular with pollinators, the flowers of bleeding hearts can be in shades of red, pink or white. A herbaceous perennial, bleeding heart plant is ideal in a woodland or forest garden
The Asiatic lily (Lilum asiatica) is the earliest flowering variety of lily. Alongside Oriental varieties, the Asiatic lily is one of the most popular garden varieties. An unfussy, stately plant, Asiatic Lilies reward your attention with colorful, long-lasting showy flowers that return year after year. Varieties of Asiatic Lily The Asiatic lily is hardy in
The geranium is one of the most recognizable garden flowers. Geraniums are a popular choice amongst gardeners, filling containers, beds, and hanging baskets with attractive foliage and floral color. An easy to care for plant, geraniums are very popular. Growing geranium plants is a rewarding process. Here is everything you need to know to grow
The primrose flower is a member of the primula family. Happiest growing in shady locations and on the edge of beds, or as part of a forest planting scheme, primrose flowers come in a spectrum of attractive colors. The primrose flower sits on short stems above rich, green foliage. A popular way to add color
The Gerbera Daisy (Gerbera jamesonii) is a popular garden flower that originates in South Africa. The cheerful daisy-like flowers of Gerbera Daisies come in a range of jewel tones including salmon, pink, orange, yellow and white. Depending on the variety the flowers can range in size from 2 to 5 inches. These impressive blooms sit
Bright and cheerful, Impatiens are a popular annual bedding plant. Impatiens plants can grow even in shady areas of the garden and this has only helped their popularity. Also known as Busy Lizzies, Impatiens plants can also be grown in containers or as a houseplant. Impatiens is latin for impatient. The Impatiens plants were given
In this Daffodil care guide we teach you how to plant daffodil bulbs and care for these beautiful plants. Bright and colorful, planting daffodils is a great way to add early season interest to your garden. They are also a popular early season / early spring flower for visiting pollinators. Daffodils may look delicate but
Knockout roses are among the most eye catching flowers available. As the name suggests the knockout roses have an abundant flowering habit – colorful blooms and the distinctive fragrance make it a knockout addition to any garden. The hardy nature of the knock out rose, meaning that it will grow in many different situations such