Looking to mix it up this year? Try growing some of these unique plants, no matter the size of your space. The warmer months bring us lush greenery and bright blossoms, but some of us don't have quite ...

It's time to start thinking about what bulbs to plant now for long-lasting summer blooms. There are lots of lesser-known, more unusual bulbs to plant in spring if you want to try something different, ...

Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are a cheerful addition to any yard, but not everyone has the space for rows upon rows of these towering giants. If you've always loved the sunny charm of sunflowers but ...

Creating mixed containers with blooming plants and interesting foliage is one of my favorite gardening activities. If your outdoor space is limited, or if you live in a condo with only a patio or ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Potted plants in containers Brightening a shady spot on your property (and by “shady,” we mean an area that receives less than 6 ...

There’s still time to plant spring flowering bulbs. Daffodils are the most practical bulb to plant in our climate as they are deer- and rodent-resistant and the dwarf daffodil varieties flowers as ...

Many gardeners choose to raise plants in containers or in raised beds. Those with limited gardening space and those who love patio accents find that containers fit the bill. Those with poor soil or ...

When I was in college, I had three pots with tiny plants growing on my windowsill. They were my connection with horticulture. Those long nights trying to figure out why a horticulture major was taking ...

DeWITT, Iowa — Janis Harbison loves shopping for purses, buying as many as 10 at a time. It isn’t that she needs more bags for her personal belongings, though. These purses are for her garden. She ...