Clematis vines are some of the most beautiful flowering plants you can grow in a garden. Their blooms can cover trellises, fences, arbors, and mailboxes with color, and many varieties return year...
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Every once in a while, a plant stops you in your tracks because it does not look like what you expect it to be. That was my experience when I saw Bloomin’ Easy’s new Rudbeckia, Solar...
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Passionflowers are among the most exotic-looking vines we can grow. Their intricate flowers appear almost too unusual to be real, and their vigorous growth can transform a fence, trellis, or patio...
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Walk through almost any garden center today, and you will see plants labeled “pollinator-friendly,” “bee-friendly,” “wildlife-friendly,” or “native.”...
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August can be one of the most unpredictable months in the garden. Some areas may experience weeks of intense heat and little rainfall, while others contend with frequent storms, high humidity, and...
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Hydrangeas are among the most beloved flowering shrubs in gardens worldwide. With their large, showy clusters of blooms in shades of blue, pink, purple, white, and even green, they bring a lush,...
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In the summer, many gardeners often face long dry spells and see their plants struggle. Hose water can help, but the plants are not as vibrant as when they get a good rain. It might be time to...
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It can be disappointing when hydrangeas produce lush green leaves but fewer blooms than expected. The good news is that if it’s early to mid-summer, there may still be time to give your...
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