Amsonia plants, also known as “bluestar,” are herbaceous perennials that are native to North America. These plants are known for their stunning blue flowers that resemble little pancakes, which can add a pop of color to any garden. Amsonia plants…
Of the different types of hydrangeas most commonly grown in the United States, two terms used to refer to them are “new wood” or “old wood” hydrangeas. These terms refer to how buds form on stems: new wood means buds…
Summer is the perfect time to fill your garden with an explosion of colors and blooms. Whether you have a full-sun garden or just a partial-sun spot, there are plenty of perennial flowers that will keep your garden coming back…
There are many reasons why your gorgeous hydrangeas are starting to droop and flop over to one side or the other. And while you may at first feel stumped as to what’s causing the problem, a little detective work is…
There’s nothing worse than caring for a plant only to find that all of your hard work is to no avail. However, if you have a dying orchid on your hands, there’s a special ingredient that could help to rescue…
There are few things more beautiful than spring bulbs. Daffodils, tulips, and hyacinths can provide a rainbow of colors as your garden slowly awakens. It sometimes seems like these fall-planted bulbs are the only flowers in the garden during early…
Alyssum, also known as “Sweet Alison” and “Basket Of Gold Alyssum,” is a wonderful flowering plant that goes by many names. One of the most outstanding varieties is the Yellow Aurinia saxatilis, also called Alyssum saxatilis, Alyssum saxatile, or Golden-Tuft…
Tulip bulbs lie dormant under the soil for much of the year. They bloom for just a few weeks in spring as the weather starts to warm. What’s the best method for watering plants that seem, quite honestly, barely alive…
Late fall may not seem like the best time to plant anything. The weather is cooler, and the ground becomes harder as winter approaches. Yet skipping the late fall planting season would prevent you from enjoying beautiful flowers, tasty fruits,…
Originally collected in the gardens of Syria, Hibiscus syriacus is commonly known as the rose of Sharon or shrub Althea. It is a flowering bush that produces abundant colorful blooms. These blooms come in pinks and reds, as well as…