15 Best Plants for Under Trees
Planting flowers under trees is a look that many gardeners love, but it is often not an easy one to achieve. The first step that you may need to do …
10 Best Plants for Erosion Control
If you know that your soil is washing away, then there are several steps that you can take to stop erosion. You may wish to consider building retention walls to …
10 Best Plants for Japanese Gardens
Ever since the Asuka period, when gardeners in Japan copied elements of Chinese gardens that they loved, many around the world have fallen in love with Japanese gardens. The ideas …
10 Best Plants for Dry Soil
While many plants do not like wet feet, gardening in dry soil poses its own set of problems. Many gardeners facing this problem also encounter watering restrictions or do not …
15 Plants For a North Facing Window
Many people find growing houseplants in a north-facing window challenging. Yet, they can help clean the air, add visual interest to a room, and help you concentrate better. In almost …
Awesome Perennials for Zone 10
While many gardeners think it would be great fun to garden in zone 10, other gardeners know the struggle of gardening where average temperatures usually stay above 40 degrees Fahrenheit …
5 Best Extra-Long Rain Chains (Buying Guide)
Rain Chains are cups or chains attached to a rain gutter. The Japanese have been using them for centuries to channel rainwater downwards, collect it, and reuse it. Replacing your …
13 Set-It-and-Forget-It Perennials That Thrive in Pennsylvania
If you are a Pennsylvania homeowner, then you know that landscaping can be a challenge. Winter weather presents many unique problems. Then, there are always space and too much or …
Best Modern Rain Chains (Buying Guide)
First appearing in Japan, rain chains are quickly finding their way in homes all over the world. Their popularity is due to their mix of practicality, effectiveness, and attractive design. …
Best Rain Chains for Heavy Rain
Rain chains are beautiful in many ways. They make a relaxing sound when the water streams down, and they’re like a small waterfall in your garden. The Japanese creation is …
16 Best Perennial Vines (Photos)
Perennial vines are the perfect solution in so many different situations. You can use them to hide a problem, such as an eyesore that cannot be gotten rid of quickly. …
15 Perfect Minnesota Perennials
When one of my dear friends moved to Minnesota last year, she found out that growing some of the plants that she grew on the east coast can be more …
15 Favorite California Perennials
There are many reasons that perennials are perfect for Californian landscaping. They come back year-after-year with very little care. Many require minimal care throughout the growing season, and they often …
12 Fabulous Indiana Perennials
Landscaping in Indiana can be fun when you choose to use perennials. These plants that grow back every year tend to require less care than annuals and usually have fewer …
10 Favorite Colorado Perennials
Since moving my family to Colorado earlier this year, I have found that growing perennials in the mountainous region can be difficult. Some plants will not grow in the harsh …
10 Perfect Oregon Perennials
If you live in Oregon, then you already know that the weather can be fickle, and raising a great looking yard can be difficult. Those with a busy lifestyle that …
Tips for Growing Dianthus (Growing Guide)
Dianthus is a plant that produces lovely pink flowers that vary in shade. Typically, the petals are two-toned with a frill along the outside edge. This plant is more commonly …
Tips on Growing and Caring for Viburnum
Viburnum is a genus of evergreen and deciduous shrubs and small trees whose showy foliage, flowers, and fruits make them a popular choice with landscapers and home gardeners. When growing …
Tips on Growing and Caring for Dahlias
One of the challenges of growing dahlias is the wide variety of choices available. In fact, you might feel like a child in a candy store as you try to …
Tips on Growing Fabulous Primrose
There are few varieties of perennial flowers that provide as classic a style as the Primrose that stays low to the ground with a height of around six inches for …