Unless your peonies are not flowering because they’re planted too deep, in maturity, most of them grow lusciously oversized white, magenta, ballet slipper pink, red, orange, or yellow blossoms. Peony stems are weak relative to the weight of the flowers, and…
Stefek Chmielewski/Unsplash Renowned for their vibrant and enchanting blossoms, geraniums, also known as pelargoniums, are a favorite among home gardeners looking to add color and fragrance to their landscapes. However, you must deadhead geraniums frequently to prolong your geranium plant’s…
Did you know that sunflowers get their name because they are heliotropic? This means that during the growing season they turn their heads to face the sun throughout the day. This doesn’t stop until the fall when they’re laden with seeds…
To houseplant lovers, orchids are a sort of holy grail: challenging, sometimes expensive, and utterly striking when grown successfully. Once you’ve successfully cared for one orchid, you’ll likely want more. Propagation allows you to multiply your orchids without spending lots…
Orchids have a fascinating life cycle, from the germination of a tiny, dust-like seed to a full-grown plant that produces breathtaking blooms. They are known for their impressive lifespan, which extends well beyond what most people expect from a typical…
Pexels Whether you spend your hard-earned pay on cut flowers or grow them in your own garden, finding a way to make those blooms last as long as possible ends up being everyone’s goal. Some flower bouquets come with pre-packaged…
Marigolds are dazzling flowers known for their fiery spherical blooms. They’re easy to grow and require very little care once their growing conditions are met. So, when these beginner-friendly flowers fail to blossom, it can leave a new gardener feeling…
An outdoor staple every spring and summer, geraniums are easily spotted in gardens thanks to their bright hues and sweet, fragrant aromas. Luckily for gardeners looking to spruce up their indoor or outdoor displays, the flowers are also relatively low-maintenance…
One of the true delights of warmer weather is the beautiful blooms that sprout up from the earth. But some of those bright, bold colors in your garden can be both breathtaking and deadly. That’s why it’s important to know…
Hydrangeas remain favorites with gardeners who love big, colorful blooms as part of a yard’s landscaping or in cut arrangements inside the home. And you can even switch up the color to your liking — yes, a couple of varieties can…