12 Fantastic Idaho Perennials (Growing Tips)
If you are gardening in Idaho, you already know that what grows successfully in one part of the state may not thrive in another. Idaho covers five USDA planting zones: …
10 Perfect Arkansas Perennials (Plus Growing Tips)
The semitropical climate of Arkansas lends it well to growing a wide assortment of tender perennials that won’t survive in cooler or drier climates. USDA plant hardiness zones range from …
12 Perfect Montana Perennials (Photos and Growing Tips)
If you are a Montana gardener, you already know you need to plant cold-hardy perennials that can survive cold temperatures. Montana falls into four USDA plant hardiness zones from 3A …
10 Perfect Georgia Perennials (Plus Growing Tips)
Georgia encompasses three USDA plant hardiness zones: 6a through 9a. That means perennials for either zones 4 through 8 or perennials for zone 8 through 10 may grow well in …
The Different Types of Anemone (Plus Growing Tips)
With over 100 species of flowers in the genus of anemone (common name windflower) there is much variation in these delightful little flowers. While they are all perennial flowers that …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Fishbone Cactus
The fishbone cactus (Epiphyllum ‘anguliger’) isn’t your ordinary desert cactus. This cactus is an epiphytic cactus that lives in organic matter (such as decaying leaves) that gathers between the branches …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Rat Tail Cactus
Rat tail cactus (Disocactus ‘flagelliformis’) produces round, vine-like stems which can reach a length of 4 to 6 feet. These long, slender stems have shallow ridges and resemble a rat’s tail …
Tips for Growing Burro’s Tail (Sedum morganianum)
Although it is referred to as a cactus, the burro’s tail cactus (Sedum ‘morganianum’) is actually a succulent and not a cactus. But both require similar growing conditions, like loose gritty …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Fairy Castle Cactus
The Fairy Castle Cactus is one of the most common decorative cactus species in the nation. It is native to North, South, and Central America and can reach 6-25 feet …
Growing Guide: Growing Star Cactus (Astrophytum asteria)
The adorable little star cactus earns its name from its spineless body that resembles the shape of a star. The greenish-gray cactus features ridges of tiny white dots further outlining …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Peanut Cactus
The peanut cactus (Echinopsis chamaecereus) produces a cluster of fuzzy, peanut-shaped stems giving it its common name. This cactus is prized for its stunning 2-inch blooms in brilliant shades of …
Growing Guide: Tips for Growing Pencil Cactus
The pencil cactus (Euphorbia ‘tirucalli’) is a unique houseplant with its brown branches that branch out to smaller green branches and finally with 1-inch oval leaves. It gets its name …
2025 Most Popular Houseplants (Plus Growing Tips)
Houseplants provide your home with high-quality and long-lasting beauty that will make it stand out to your friends and family members. If you’re looking for fun and appealing plants for …
11 Different Types of Ranunculus (Photos and Growing Tips)
The list of beautiful ranunculus is almost endless, so one is bound to be perfect for your landscaping. These flowers originated in Central Asia and are named after the swampy …
Different Types of Alliums (Photos plus Growing Tips)
Onions, chives, and leeks are allium family members, but there are hundreds of others that are grown for their beautiful flowerheads. Most of these plants have very little foliage, but …
Different Types of Crocus (Plus Care Tips and Photos)
Crocus flowers are a prevalent variety that grows in many different environments and produce gorgeous blooms of various colors. Growing these flowers is relatively easy, thankfully, as most are quite …
10 Different Types of Iris (Iris Plant Varieties)
It can be very challenging to choose between the different varieties of irises. Settlers brought the first irises to Virginia in the 1600s, but Americans love for these flowers began …
Tips on How to Grow Vegetables in Containers
If you are limited on space or the soil in your yard is unsuitable for gardening, growing vegetables in containers may be the answer for you. Nearly any vegetable will …
Attracting Pollinators To Your Garden (Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees)
Pollinators are vital to the production of fruits and veggies, but it’s not just your cultivated crops that benefit from attracting pollinators to your yard and garden. Without them, we …
Tips to Make Gardening Easy for Seniors (Helpful Products)
Whether you are a life-long gardener or have taken up the hobby in your golden years, some gardening tasks can pose a challenge to those with limited mobility or a …