Happiness. Optimism. Joy. These are just a few of the wonderful emotions symbolized by the color yellow. Brilliant golden-hued flowers raise those feelings up a notch with the ability to elicit a smile on just about anyone’s face. Across the globe,…
If you are a fan of colorful and tall flowers, then hollyhocks will definitely catch your fancy. Hollyhocks, scientifically known as alcea, are known for their beautiful blooms that can reach up to 12 feet in height. They are a…
Amaryllis is a popular flowering plant that is typically grown indoors. However, with the right care and attention, you can also enjoy these beautiful flowers in your outdoor garden. Caring for amaryllis outdoors is a bit different than caring for…
If you’re a gardener who loves the beauty of wildflowers and wants to create a dreamy, wildlife-friendly space in your yard, planting a wildflower meadow may be the perfect option. Not only can wildflowers add stunning aesthetics to your garden,…
When it comes to planting hellebores, there’s an item that stands out among the most desirable ones – the Black Purple Hellebores. This compact series features a variety of stunning hybrids that bloom in the late winter and early spring,…
Perennials are a new garden’s best friend. These plants are known for their ability to naturalize, making them the easiest option for any beginner gardener. With their showy blossoms and vibrant colors, perennials can add a pop of life to…
The Victorian era is commonly associated with visuals like large bustle skirts, fanciful hats, ornate architecture, and dramatic furnishing. The time period gave us Gothic literary treasures like Edgar Allen Poe and Mary Shelley, as well as romantic figures like…
Hydrangeas, also known as hortensias, are vibrant flowering plants that can brighten any garden with their bountiful, globular blooms. Mostly easy to maintain, some shrub varieties like the Annabelle Hydrangea and Mopheads may require extra care before heavy rain to…
As much as you may want to pair some of your favorite flowers in the garden together, sometimes the matchups just don’t seem to work. One plant may thrive while the other withers, growing so well that it crowds out…
If you want to grow roses or protect your already blooming rose garden from pests, particularly Japanese beetles and ants, the rue plant is your garden’s next best friend. Known scientifically as Ruta graveolens, the strong aroma from the leaves…