18 Red, White & Blue Flowers That Bloom Beautifully For The 4th Of July (No Flags Needed)
Want to add a touch of patriotic flair to your garden this summer without going overboard with plastic décor? You’re in luck—Mother Nature has her …
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20 Red, White & Blue Plants That Look Incredible Together (Perfect For Your 4th Of July Garden Display)
Who says you need sparklers to show your patriotic spirit? With just a few thoughtful plant choices, your garden can wave the red, white, and …
Let Your Garden Reseed Itself With These 18 Fuss-Free Self-Sowing Flowers
Imagine stepping into your garden each spring and spotting new blooms popping up—without lifting a finger. That’s the magic of self-sowing flowers. I love how …
15 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Moving A Christmas Cactus Outdoors (And How To Avoid Them)
Giving your Christmas cactus a little outdoor vacation can really perk it up, but timing and placement are everything. I’ve made the mistake of rushing …
15 Key Differences Between Catmint And Catnip Every Gardener Should Know
Catmint and catnip may seem like garden cousins, but they each bring their own unique charm and quirks to the table. Knowing these 15 key …
13 Easy Steps To Make Your Peonies Last All Summer Using Parchment And Your Fridge
Wish your peonies could last more than just a few days? With parchment paper and your refrigerator, they can. This 13-step method makes it easy …
19 Gorgeous Flowers You Can Plant In July—And Still See Bloom This Season
Think it’s too late to plant flowers in July? Not even close. There are plenty of fast-growing bloomers that thrive in the summer heat and …
These 20 Butterfly Plants Will Instantly Transform Your Garden (And Support Pollinators)
There’s something magical about seeing a butterfly flutter through the garden on a sunny afternoon. I used to think you just had to get lucky …
15 Simple Tips For Growing A Dazzling Petunia Garden That Blooms All Summer
Petunias are one of those go-to flowers I plant every summer without even thinking twice. They’re reliable, cheerful, and fill up containers like they were …
17 Annual Flowers That Bloom All Summer (Even In Scorching Heat)
When the heat kicks in and other plants start to droop, I always count on my go-to heat-loving annuals to keep the garden going strong. …
15 Places You Shouldn’t Plant Coneflowers (And 5 Where They’ll Actually Thrive)
I’ve made my share of mistakes with coneflowers—planting them in spots that looked fine at first but ended up being totally wrong. These tough-looking perennials …
20 Heart-Shaped Summer Flowers That’ll Steal The Show On Your Porch
Want to add charm, color, and just a little romance to your porch this summer? These 20 heart-shaped flowers are sweet, stunning, and full of …
18 Perennials That Thrive In The Shadiest Corners Of Your Garden
Struggling with those dark, gloomy spots in your garden where nothing seems to grow? I’ve definitely battled with stubborn shady corners that felt more like …
15 Kitchen Scraps That Will Make Struggling Roses Bloom Better Than Ever
If you’ve ever felt like your roses needed a little extra love but didn’t want to splurge on fancy fertilizers, you’re not alone. I’ve found …
Turn Your Yard Into A Pollinator Magnet With These 19 Blooming Beauties
Want more butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds in your yard? It starts with the right flowers. These 19 blooming beauties are pollinator magnets—bursting with color, rich …
16 Popular Flowers Everyone Buys (And 4 Hidden Gems That Outshine Them)
You see them at every garden center—petunias, marigolds, impatiens—the usual suspects. And while they’re pretty, they’re not your only option. Some lesser-known blooms offer just …
15 Ways To Grow Show-Stopping Hibiscus That Thrives In Blazing Summer Sun
When the summer sun blazes, most flowers fade—but not hibiscus, if you know how to treat it right. These 15 tried-and-true tips will help you …
15 Summer Flowers That Instantly Elevate Your Front Entrance (And A Few More That Keep Blooming All Season Long)
Your front entrance sets the tone for your entire home—so why not make it pop with flowers that impress from the very first glance? These …
18 Vibrant Red And Orange Flowers That Turn Your Garden Into A Hummingbird Haven
Want to fill your yard with color and winged visitors? Red and orange blooms are like neon signs for hummingbirds—and your garden can become their …
22 Flowering Shrubs That Outshine Hydrangeas In Any Garden
Hydrangeas have long been the darlings of garden landscapes, with their softball-sized blooms and ability to change color based on soil pH. But there’s a …