Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) live up to their name as they reach for the sun on long summer days. This activity is called heliotropism, and it simply means to follow the sun. According to the National Sunflower Association, sunflowers have been around…
Sweet Alyssum, also known as Lobularia maritima, is a delightful flowering plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. Native to the Mediterranean region, this plant contains a variety of species and cultivars that are highly prized in gardens all around…
Growing aromatic and zesty herbs like oregano, thyme, sage, mint, rosemary, and basil in your home garden gives you access to fresh seasoning whenever you need it. But what do you do when your efforts pay off and you have…
Your lawn mower is a reliable workhorse that brings order to your yard. However, your mower’s dependability isn’t a given, and the machine demands your attentive care. Among the many elements that help the machine function correctly, the gasoline a…
Joe Pye Weed (Eutrochium) is a genus of flowering plants in the Aster family. It includes several species, the most common being Eutrochium purpureum. Joe Pye Weed is a tall perennial that can grow up to 7 feet in height…
Forget-me-nots, of the genus myosotis, are beautiful and dainty flowers that grow in clusters and bloom throughout the spring and summer months. Named after the Greek words mys and ous, meaning mouse ear, these plants feature five-petaled flowers in shades…
It’s funny how some plants we carefully nurture indoors are so similar to those we consider weeds in the lawn. While successfully-grown African violets are beautiful indoor plants, wild violets that pop up in the yard and garden are often…
Chrysanthemums, or mums, are beautiful flowering plants that have a long and rich history. These perennials are available in a wide range of colors, from vibrant yellows and reds to soft pinks and whites. They are widely grown in gardens…
Your garden may be filled with beautiful flowers that attract butterflies and bees, but what about hummingbirds? How can you attract them? Hummingbirds search for nectar in flowers by sight. So, it makes sense why they flock to red and…
Daylilies are one of North America’s most popular perennial flowers, and for good reason. They’re relatively easy to grow and maintain, they don’t require much pruning, and they come in a rainbow of colors. But there’s one simple ingredient that…