Lily of the Valley, or Convallaria majalis, is a flowering plant that has been revered for centuries for its beauty and medicinal properties. In many cultures, it is associated with luck, love, and magic. The plant is native to Europe…
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…
Gardeners searching for the perfect flowering coverage for their tree roots will likely look at creeping phlox (Phlox stolonifera). These 1-foot tall, mat-forming understory plants exhibit star-shaped inflorescence in indigo blues, pearl whites, blush pinks, or amethyst violets that can…
You may know this vine by different names: maypop, purple passionflower, purple passion vine, and apricot vine are all common names for native passion flower (Passiflora incarnata L.). This perennial plant shows up along roadsides and fields, but it also…
While hydrangeas and their large, colorful blooms are certainly eye-catching enough on their own, they can make even more of a statement in your garden when planted next to smaller flower varieties that complement their size and form. Flowering plants…
Let’s face it: most gardeners agree on two things. Roses can be tricky to grow, and slugs can be annoying. One aspect of mastering growing roses is learning which pests you must deter and how to eradicate them for good. Slugs, while…
At first glance, you might find the lavender flowers and glossy green leaves of the water hyacinth attractive, but don’t let its beauty fool you. Water hyacinth is notorious for its incredible reproductive capabilities; it proliferates roughly every six days through seed…
If you have a shady garden area and you’re looking to add some color and fragrance, climbing roses can be the perfect choice. These beautiful roses can brighten up any dark corner of your yard and create a stunning focal…
Groundhogs are adorable animals that can do major damage to your garden and landscape. These rotund rodents tend to sneak in when there are no signs of humans around and make a feast of your plants. Although groundhogs are not…
Gardening can reduce stress and anxiety while encouraging physical activity and positive moods. Whether you plant herbs to use for dinner or just like vibrant flowers to gaze at, we can all join in on nature’s gift of growth. Perennials…