Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Sea Thrift
Sea Thrift (Armeria ‘maritima’) is an herbaceous, evergreen perennial plant hardy in USDA plant hardiness zones 4 through 8. It produces globe-shaped clusters of flowers that range from white, pink, …
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15 Awesome Plants that Repel Flies
Flies are annoying pests to have around or in your home, as they can get in your food, buzz in your area, and even be painful if they “bite” you …
8 Different Types of Trillium Flowers
Trilliums (Trillium spp.) are unusual flowers that grow in many areas of North America. These lovely plants have three petals that can be narrow or wide, usually ending in a …
Different Types of Portulaca (Photos)
Portulaca plants are a uniquely tough flowering plant in many species and spread across a diverse range of growing zones. In this article, we’re going to discuss some of the …
12 Different Types of Ligularia Varieties
Ligularia encompasses over 150 species of plants native to Europe and Asia. It is prized for its striking dark foliage and brilliant yellow flowers. Foliage ranges in color from green …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Drift Rose
Drift roses are a series of seven cultivars produced by the same company that created Knockout roses. These new Drift series roses (“Drift” is a registered trademark, not a genus …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Chenille Plants
The chenille plant is prized for its long, textured red flowers that can be as long as 18″. There are also white varieties, but those are not common. The flowers …
The Different Types of Goldenrod (Invasive)
Goldenrod (Solidago) encompasses about 150 species worldwide with approximately 60 species growing wild throughout eastern North America. Although they are often considered a weed or invasive wildflower, goldenrod can be …
8 Different Types of Milkweed (Photos)
Flowers are usually chosen for gardens based on color, ease of care, or another physical feature. Milkweeds (Asclepias spp.) are somewhat special in this regard as they’re the only plant …
Tips for Growing Pentas (Growing Guide)
Pentas (Pentas lanceolata), also called Egyptian stars, produce clusters of tiny star-shaped flowers on branching, medium green foliage. While they are technically a tender perennial that can survive for years …
Different Types of Bergenia (Photos & Growing Tips)
The Bergenia plant family is a trendy option as a ground cover in landscaping because it looks beautiful, can choke out weeds with ease due to its size, and is …
Different Types of Heliotrope for the Home and Garden
Also known as Heliotropium arborescens, heliotrope is the more common name used for a popular variety of gardening and landscape flower. It is a sweet-smelling flowering shrub, highly desired and …
Tips on How To Deadhead Foxglove Plants
The Foxglove is a native plant found in much of the United States that is also commonly used in home landscapes. It can be grown as a perennial but in …
The Different Types of Astrantias (Masterwort)
Astrantia (common name Hattie’s pincushion or masterwort) is native to woodlands and along streams in Europe but is right at home in gardens throughout the United States. This perennial flower thrives in …
The Different Types of Cleome (Photos & Growing Tips)
If you’d like the newness of an annual with the easy regrowth of a perennial, try planting cleomes (Cleome spp.). These are annual flowers, also called spider flowers because the blossoms …
Tips on How to Deadhead Pansies
Pansies (Viola x wittrockiana) are cute, colorful little flowers that are also prolific bloomers. Depending on your hardiness zone and what your summer climate is like, these flowers can bloom …
Tips for Growing Angelita Daisy Plants
Angelita daisy (Tetraneuris acaulis) is a tough little clumping plant that produces clusters of bright yellow blossoms. Depending on the variety, it can grow in a number of regions in …
The Different Types of Balloon Flowers
Balloon Flowers are often a very distinct flower that you can easily recognize in a garden, but some varieties are more unique, making them difficult to pinpoint. All balloon flowers …
The Different Types of Alyssum (Photos)
Alyssum is the perfect ground cover for any garden, and there are several different variations that you can select from. Most variations have tiny blooms and a sweet scent that …
Growing Guide: Tips for Caring for Astilbe
The astilbe comes in a number of varieties with different bloom times. Some bloom in the early spring, others during the summer, and some wait until almost the fall. Depending …