Alyssum Care: Complete Guide on Growing Alyssum
Alyssum is a tender perennial grown as an annual in much of the U.S. This delightful little plant produces clouds of delicate flowers with a sweet honey-like fragrance. While white …
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4 Simple Methods for Overwintering Your Geraniums
There are numerous ways to overwinter plants, and while some can be left outside, others need a little help. Geraniums are one of those plants that fall into the latter …
17 Beautiful Different Types of Pansies
Pansies were my mother’s favorite flowers. Every year I watched her as she planned the best time to plant these special flowers, and every time they bloomed, we shared her …
Tips on Growing Camellia Plants (Growing Guide)
The camellia is a plant that grows to be about four to five feet in height, so it makes a lovely back section that adds height to a garden. It …
The Different Types of Hollyhocks (Varieties)
Hollyhocks are beautiful flowers that are often mistaken for something else. In fact, my grandmother often referred to them as “Rosa Sharons.” Though the flower is similar to a Rose …
10 Different Types of Hibiscus
There are over 200 different species of hibiscus plants in the world, and each variety differs in size, shape, and color. When someone refers to a hibiscus plant, it is …
Why are my MUMS Turning Brown? (SOLVED)
Mums, also known as Chrysanthemums, are synonymous with the Autumn season. Their blooms in hues of orange, yellow, rust, and purple are the perfect companion to the vibrant color of …
11 Florida Plants That Repel Mosquitoes
No one can deny that mosquitoes are annoying. They can be especially troublesome in hot, humid places like Florida. Luckily, nature always finds a way to help us out. Here, …
Tips on How to Get Plumeria to Bloom
Plumerias are beautiful deciduous plants that can bring an abundance of color to your garden. Their branches have a sausage-like appearance and their blooms are fragrant and showy, and come …
Tips on Getting Peonies to Bloom
Peonies have been around for centuries, with a history dating back to the seventh century to be exact. As a general rule, these plants are easy to grow. However, that …
How to Get Your Orchids to Bloom?
Orchids have long been considered a finicky plant that can wither and refuse to produce blooms if not provided with certain growing requirements. It’s no surprise that the expression “hothouse …
Tips on Getting Gardenias to Bloom
Gardenias are a tropical evergreen plant with fragrant flowers and have a reputation for being high maintenance. But never fear, there are some tried and true ways to get your …
Tips on Getting Zinnias to Bloom
Zinnias are an easy plant to grow and care for that yields beautiful and vibrant blooms. Their blooms are popular as a cut flower, while also attracting beneficial pollinators to …
How to Grow Sneezeweed (Care Guide)
There’s no need to be worried about the name, as sneezeweed definitely won’t make you sneeze. In past times, the dried leaves of this colorful plant were once used to …
Tips on Getting Geraniums to Bloom
Geraniums are stunning plants with brightly colored blooms that sit atop a stalk. They are a common sight in flowerbeds, but can also be grown as an indoor plant. In …
Tips on Getting Your Primrose to Bloom
Primroses are a member of the Primulaceae family, which includes over 400 species. Most of which are grown as perennials throughout USDA plant hardiness zones 3 to 8. These plants …
How To Grow Columbines
While there are many aesthetically appealing plants that one could opt to grow in their garden, columbines are a particularly attractive plant. The columbine plant (which is officially referred to …
Growing Viola Plants (Growing Guide)
The viola is a common garden plant that grows in a wide variety of bright colors. There are roughly 500 species of violas, many of which are native to North …
How to Grow Zinnias (Growing Guide)
Zinnias are vibrantly colored flowers native to Mexico and Central America. Ever since zinnias became popular, breeders have helped the flowers to evolve into different colors, and today you can …
Tips on How to Get Your Hibiscus to Bloom
The hibiscus is a stunning plant that is native to subtropical and tropical regions, and is revered for its large, brightly colored blooms. So, when your hibiscus fails to produce …