Calendula, also known as marigold or Calendula officinalis, is a beautiful flowering plant that has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. The bright orange or yellow blossoms of calendula not only add a pop of color to your…
Summer isn’t the only season that can give you a bright pop of color. Though fall is associated with faded hues, there are still plenty of plants that are bright yet scream “autumn!” Many plants planted in late spring or…
Believed to be named for a 17th century Native American herbalist, Joe Pye weed is a colorful, low-maintenance flower. Dave Forehand, vice president of gardens for the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, recommends this easily-grown pollinator plant with its abundant purple…
When it comes to planting and collection, foxgloves are especially noteworthy. With their stand-alone beauty, they are a must-have in any garden. Harvesting and saving foxglove seeds is a valuable skill that every gardener should learn, as it allows you…
Up until early 2024, Fuchsia boliviana alba was considered a well-kept secret in the world of horticulture. This stunning white-flowered form of the Bolivian Fuchsia, originally discovered by Ernest Wilson in 1895, was rarely seen or grown. But thanks to…
If you’ve been growing marigolds this summer, then you’re in luck! Marigolds bloom all summer until late fall, per Clemson Cooperative Extension. So, now is the perfect time to bring those beautiful gold and orange flowers into your home for…
If you didn’t know and had to guess where vanilla comes from, an orchid would probably not be your first hunch. But it’s true. The seed pods from this vining orchid, also known as vanilla beans, are used to create…
Mastering essential gardening techniques is a surefire way to create stunning tulip displays, regardless of your level of expertise. Deadheading is one of these techniques. Removing faded or wilting flowers redirect the plant’s energy towards bulb and root growth, promoting…
Tulips (scientific name: Tulipa) are sun-loving flowers that are easy to grow in the garden in both beds and containers. They thrive in climates that include cold winters and hot summers and bloom perennially in the spring, as per American…
Roses are a classic floral option for just about any event, time of the year, and space in the home, but sometimes, they can appear a little lackluster. Buying your roses before they’ve fully blossomed is a great way to…