Spring onions are a mild onion that can be eaten raw in salads or added to stir fries and soups to add flavour. They are similar to green onions or scallians, but they have a small bulb in the root.


Onions are a popular vegetable with the home gardener because they have a wide variety of uses, are easy to grow, and require very little space. Additionally, they have a short growing season which means you can start harvesting in the spring, and then dry and store them for use in the winter.


Green onions are so versatile that you can grow them in almost any location. Whether you have a spacious yard, a tiny deck or simply a sunny window, you can grow green onions.


Onions are easiest to grow from bulbs, but it is possible to grow them from seeds. In a way, it can be more rewarding. When buying onion seeds, plan on using them within 2 years; the longer onion seeds sit, the less likely they will be to sprout.


Mustard greens are spinach-like plants whose leaves have a unique, peppery flavor. To grow mustard greens, purchase seeds and plant them in enriched soil, then uproot and replant the seedlings that emerge.


Considered one of the oldest leaf vegetables consumed by humans, watercress is a close cousin of mustard greens, cabbage and arugula. Watercress offers lots of nutrients and health benefits, and can be used in salads, soups, sandwiches and more to add a refreshing, peppery flavor.


Horseradish is a pungent root vegetable that is commonly used to impart a zesty, hot flavor to foods. Horseradish is a hardy perennial, and can be grown in cold climates, full sun, or light shade.


Cress is a plant with a peppery taste that can be added to dishes like salads and soups. It’s a cold season crop filled with Vitamin C that you can easily grow on your own, including indoors.


Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in soups, stews, stir-fries, as a steamed vegetable, in a salad, or on its own. However, this plant is a temperamental one, requiring careful maintenance and care to yield a delicious product.


Broccoli sprouts can be grown pretty much anywhere and require very little space or equipment. High in vitamins and antioxidants, broccoli sprouts have been found to contain higher concentrations of cancer-fighting compounds than broccoli grown to full size.


Broccoli is a tasty member of the brassica family packed full of healthy vitamins. It is one of the easiest members of the brassica family to grow and requires little maintenance throughout the growing cycle.


Popular in Germany and India, the kohlrabi is named after the German words for cabbage (kohl) and turnip (rübe), and the crisp and versatile vegetable does resemble both its namesakes.


Brussels sprouts are slow growing, cool temperature plants that can withstand frost. Often grown for a late fall harvest, this vegetable takes 80 to 100 days from transplant to harvest and does best in temperatures from 45 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit (7.2 to 23.8°C).


While kale is generally thought of as a cold weather crop, it is fairly resilient and can tolerate temperatures as low as 20 °F (−7 °C) and as high as 80 °F (27 °C).


Grafting is a technique of combining two plants or pieces of plants so they grow together. This allows you to combine the qualities of a strong, disease-resistant plant with the qualities of another plant, usually one that produces good fruit or attractive flowers.


You can grow more plants from the ones you already have in your garden! It's easy to do and is a great way to increase your plants, especially those that are rare, heritage or expensive.


Most succulent plants are easy to propagate, and have plenty of leaves for you to try out a large batch at once with little effort. You can even propagate succulents from a single leaf, although some species require a proper stem cutting.


When a cactus gets too large for its current container, you'll need to repot it if you want the plant to remain healthy. Repotting a cactus can be intimidating, but as long as you protect yourself from the spines and protect the roots of the cactus from damage, the transplanting process should be successful.


Pot a Spiny Cactus Without Getting Pricked

Cacti  make wonderful houseplants and can thrive even if neglected on occasion. However, they are spiny--some more so than others--making them a challenge for the gardener who handles them carelessly.


This article will be presenting a step-by-step process of cutting the bulb from the main root in order to consume it.


Propagate Succulents (Without Rooting Hormone)

This article will show you how to propagate a succulent without using rooting hormones, chemicals, etc.


Cacti and succulents thrive better in soil that drains easily and doesn't retain a lot of water. Commercial nurseries often sell pre-mixed bags of special soil, but this is often at a premium.


Succulents are plants with parts that are thick and fleshy, usually to retain water in arid climates or soil conditions. As a group, succulents include better-known plants, such as the aloe and the agave, and many almost unknown plants.


This wikiHow will teach you how to plant dragon fruit, from  choosing the right set-up  to  planting and caring  to  harvesting.


The Easter cactus ( Hatiora  or  Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri ) is a close relative of the Christmas cactus and the orchid cactus which, to a beginning gardener, can be quite confusing.


Kalanchoe are bright and cheerful succulents with thick green leaves and vivid pink flowers. They are very easy to care for and can be grown indoors or outdoors, as long as they are in relatively warm conditions and have exposure to sunlight.


The term “succulent” refers to a wide variety of plants, with many different colors and textures. Because they thrive in a range of conditions and require minimal care, succulents are excellent plants for centerpieces.


The saguaro cactus is native to the state of Sonora in Mexico and small portions of California and Arizona in the United States. The saguaro is a large, tree-sized cactus that can survive up to 200 years.


Euphorbia plants (also known as spurge) can be houseplants or grown in a garden. Euphorbia plants vary from succulents to cacti, and they are typically hardy in temperate climates.


Succulents are the perfect plant to create a unique boutonniere for a wedding or prom. Unlike traditional floral boutonnieres, succulents do not require as much water to stay fresh.


Echinocactus grusonii  is one of the mainstays of desert landscapes. They are best planted close together among large rocks or boulders. Here is how to grow them from seed.


The epiphyllum cactus is a native Brazilian plant that grows in the sides and forks of trees in the canopies of the rain forests. It yields beautiful flowers that typically open in the evening and bloom for a few days.


The prickly pear, which is also referred to as the Indian fig, is a type of cactus that’s native to South America, Central America, and the southern parts of North America.


Plant enthusiasts who feel they do not have the skills required to grow healthy house plants might want to learn how to grow cactus indoors. The desert succulents require minimal care and are hardy plants under the right conditions.


Noted for its sharp spines and ability to thrive in hot dry places, a cactus is one of the easiest plants to grow in containers. They need little maintenance and make colorful, hearty houseplants.


The Beavertail Cactus ( Opunitia basilares ), found primarily in the Mojave Desert and northwest Mexico; can grow to be about 24 inches (60 cm) high; has pads that look like beavertails; and yields red or purple flowers from spring to early summer.


There is a common misconception when it comes to palm trees. Many think regularly trimming palms will help them grow when in fact just the opposite is true.


Planting large bushes and trees are great for adding coverage in a garden or yard, and it is important to provide them extra support through staking, should they need it.


Flowering cherry trees are excellent additions to a landscape. During the spring blooming season, they are vibrant and showy, making them prized by gardeners and arborists.


If you recently cut down a tree in your yard, you have several options for getting rid of the unsightly stump. You can dig it up by hand, grind it, burn it, or use a chemical stump remover.


The next time you eat an avocado or use one in a recipe, save the stone or pit. Planting your own avocado tree is fun and easy. It is a perfect task for all ages — for the garden, for indoors, and also makes a great project for class or at home!


Do you want a piece of paradise in your yard? Palm trees are popular landscaping landmarks in tropical regions. Resistant to storm winds, and offering great shade and cover, palm trees are reliably no-fuss once you've put them into the ground.


If you have a tree stump in your yard that’s producing new shoots, you’ve got to kill it or it may just keep growing. A half-dead tree stump is an unsightly obstacle that won’t go away on its own.


There are more than 600 species in the oak family, growing mostly in northern temperate climates but also in sub-tropical North America and Polynesia.


Pine trees are evergreen trees that come in many varieties. Young pines need special attention, and need to be guarded rigorously against animals and sun damage during their first few years.


If you have a garden in your front or backyard, you may enjoy having different kinds of vegetation in it including flowers and trees. Trees in particular will bring not only joy to you and your family, but have additional benefits such as cleaning the air, providing oxygen, cooling the streets, invite wildlife and prevent erosion.


The yucca plant is a tough perennial shrub. There are actually many species of yucca, but while they vary in size and color, they are all able to thrive in hot, dry climates and can be cared for the same way.


Tending a small lemon tree in your home can be a delightful aromatic experience. While the thought of growing a tree inside a house or apartment may seem daunting to beginners, it is not as difficult as it may sound.


Honeysuckle is a low maintenance plant. It is available in two varieties: a fragrant climbing honeysuckle or a beautiful woody shrub. Both varieties require full sunshine and yield glorious flowers in yellows, golds, whites, pinks, and reds.


Orange trees are now grown all over the world for their delicious and nutritious fruit, and can be grown indoors or in a greenhouse if you don't live in a warm climate.


Growing an oak tree from a tiny acorn takes a lot of time and patience, by the results are worth it. This wikiHow will show you how to grow an oak tree from an acorn, which can be enjoyed by future generations for many years.


For edible landscaping, a Moringa tree is hard to beat. This versatile tree can be grown year round in any tropical climate, and successfully grown as an annual, in temperate zones.


The word “succulent” refers to any kind of fleshy plant that can grow in dry conditions and in a variety of agricultural zones. On average, they're easy to care for and attract few species of pests.


Do you have bad luck with plants because you keep forgetting to water them? Why not grow a cactus? Cacti don't require much water, and some even put out beautiful blooms.


Propagating succulents from leaves is a simple project that requires a few steps and a couple supplies. After cutting off a healthy leaf, the leaf will naturally sprout new roots, and a new plant will grow from these roots.


A beautiful holiday plant (botanically known as  Schlumbergera  or  Zygocactus ), the Christmas Cactus unsurprisingly blooms at Christmas and also sometimes around Easter time if cared for properly.


If you like a tree's fruit and want more of it, your best option may be grafting. This is the only way to guarantee the fruit will come out the same.


Growing a tree from seeds was always difficult... Until now! Learn how to germinate tree seeds in several easy steps.


Create a Vertical Garden Using Living Wall Planters

Living wall planters are the latest in vertical garden technology – and one of the hottest growing trends around the world. You too can achieve that leafy, picturesque look.


Planting in containers is a good idea for those who lack space and time for regular gardens. Maybe you want to use plants in pots to decorate your porch or patio.


In many places, land is costly or scarce. Many homes and apartments include only a tiny porch, balcony, or patio. Others have a very small yard backing up to the neighbor's fence or the back side of another structure or a smaller part of a larger garden, such as a side alley.


Improperly cutting a large limb from a  tree  can tear away a long strip of bark and wound the tree. You can avoid pruning damage by making the cut properly as described below.


Sometimes the real world just isn't enough, sometimes you just want to escape and enter a world of mythical creatures and unreal-ism. Creating your very own fantasy garden should get you halfway there!


A fairy garden is a fun DIY project that involves making a tiny garden that looks like it could house fairies. To make a fairy garden, choose a container and location for your garden.


Tired of big yellow sunflowers? Are white daisies too cutesy for you? If so, come along to a slightly darker part of the garden...


A small bog garden can allow you to grow a range of interesting plants that enjoy being waterlogged and in the constant presence of water. It can be an ideal solution for the corner of the garden that's always just a bit soggy or a garden that's always in the shade and on the damp side.


You can add ambiance to your yard if you learn how to make a water garden. They are great additions to a backyard for the barbecue season when you have friends and family over.


Just because you live in a tiny apartment does not mean that you can't enjoy having a garden. If you are short on space, or just don't have the time to manage a large garden, you should consider starting a container garden in a planter.


A bog in your yard creates a focal point that few can match and it is not difficult to do. The bog will be used to plant water loving plants that otherwise you couldn't grow.


Ponds make for beautiful and relaxing natural displays. Yours may have a lovely water fountain or a bunch of koi. However, algae can quickly overwhelm your pond.


Aquaponics is a method by which you grow plants and nurture aquatic animals together in a system that recirculates the nutrients produced, to the benefit of both plants and animals.


Choose Plants to Grow Around Swimming Pools

If you have a garden bed close to your swimming pool, you may wish to make the pool seem more natural by growing plants nearby. Whether or not this is practical will depend on the location of your pool, fencing, etc.


Planting a fern can be fairly difficult. Knowing what time of year to plant it, how to move it, how to handle the large leaves can all be very difficult.


Rooting tonics, also called rooting hormones or rooting compounds, are products that contain plant growth hormones used to stimulate root growth during plant propagation.


For those who enjoy gardening food crops, flowers and foliage in the spring and summer, knowing how to plan a winter garden can keep your green thumb active and your landscaping in working order throughout the colder months of winter.


Tropical plants are vibrant, colorful additions to your garden. However, these kinds of plants tend to be more sensitive to seasonal changes in temperature.


Plants and vegetation are essential to our survival. They provide us with the oxygen-rich air we breathe. Increased pollution and difficult growing conditions could affect the life of your houseplants.


Creeping charlie is a plant in the ivy family that grows naturally outdoors. You can find creeping charlie seeds online or at a plant store to grow your own plants to maturation.


Do you have small plants that aren't quite growing right? There are lots of factors you can take into account when to help plants grow more. Read on to learn how to make sure that your plants are properly cared for so that they can grow to their full potential.


Taking steps to maintain a planter can not only prevent your planter from cracking or breaking, but can protect the health of your plants by preventing the spread of disease and bacteria.


Many species of lavender are perennial plants, meaning they live for two or more years. These plants grow larger each spring and summer, and may eventually outgrow your garden.


Growing your own pest repellents is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy gardening, create beauty  and  have a functional result that spares you from being the target of pests!


If you love fresh spaghetti sauce or  pesto , then you've just got to have fresh basil and other herbs all year round! A nice window garden getting at least 4 or 5 hours of direct light from a sunny window will give you something to pinch here and there.


Lima beans are native to Central and South America, and they grow best in temperatures between 60 and 70° Fahrenheit. The beans are nutritious, and they are not difficult to grow.


Lentils are a super food that can give you a huge protein boost. Luckily for potential gardeners, they are also easy to plant and maintain. Start with quality seeds or dried lentils.


Tardiva hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata Tardiva) is a panicle hydrangea hybrid that grows to about 12 feet (3.7 m) tall. It blooms throughout the summer on new wood or stem growth, so it is best to prune it during the winter or very early spring before it begins growing again.


Are your Venus Flytraps or other carnivorous plants need watering? Here's a quick guide to keep those little things happy and hungry (along with a lot of other carnivorous plants such as pitcher plants, sundews, and butterworts).


Nepenthes are tropical carnivorous pitcher plants found in South-East Asia to western Madagascar. People often misunderstand them.


Beans are a very popular item to grow in the garden, and most varieties are great for backyard gardens, because they can be grown in a very small space.


A freshly ripened cantaloupe straight from your own garden is one of the summer's greatest pleasures. There are hundreds of varieties of cantaloupe to choose from, but the classic Hale's Best, a popular melon with old-time growers, is one of the best.


For the most part, ordinary pitcher plants ( Sarracenia species ) make a good addition to any home. Tropical pitcher plants ( Nepenthes species ) are a bit more expensive and difficult to grow, due to their more precise temperature requirements.


Carnivorous plants thrive mainly on moist soil and insects, unlike most other plant breeds that require water and fertilizer that contain many nutrients.


If you're looking for an easy-to-grow plant with luscious fruit, look no further than the citrus!  Citrus  trees are relatively easy to grow, provided that you have a warm enough climate.


Pomegranate (punica granatum) originated in the Middle East and has been known to thrive in hot parts of the world. Its popularity stems from its beauty as an ornamental plant, boasting bright, orange-red flowers and shiny foliage, and its tart, fleshy fruit.


Papaya is a perennial plant that grows in tropical and subtropical climates that have no chance of frost or freezing temperatures. Some species can grow as tall as 30 feet (9m), and most have attractive yellow-, orange- or cream-colored flowers.


Nectarines are similar to peaches in how they taste and how they are grown. The only easily observable difference is that nectarines have smooth skin, whereas peaches have a light fuzz.


Miracle fruit ( Synsepalum dulcificum ) is a tropical native from West Africa. When chewed, the fruit coats the taste buds, which causes sour food to taste sweet!


When warm weather and growing season arrives, a favorite sweet fruit of summertime are melons. These juicy treats are versatile and great to eat off the vine or in cooled dishes, and are full of vitamins and nutrients.


Strawberries are prone to a number of diseases due to environmental stress and pathogens. It’s important to identify strawberry diseases early and treat them before they become too aggressive.


Strawberries are sweet, colorful, and juicy, making them an appealing addition to many gardens. Growing your own strawberries also gives you the chance to grow the plants free from potentially harmful chemicals.


Growing fruit at home can be a rewarding experience, both in the process and the results. If you've been cultivating an apple tree and want to get maximum fruit production out of it, you've likely looked into the necessity of pruning.


Fig trees are usually easy to take care of as far as pruning is concerned. During its first year or two, a fig tree needs to be pruned significantly to train its growth pattern for the following years.


Cherry trees are the pride of backyards and the livelihood of orchard growers. If you're not careful, all of your harvest can disappear in a few days.


Raspberries don't like drought conditions because they have a shallow root system. If you want them to thrive during a hot and dry summer, here is what to do to help them.


Pears will grow in US zones three through ten, which means that they can survive in areas where the winter temperatures dip to -40 to -35 degrees Fahrenheit (-40 to -37.2 degrees Celsius).


If you have curly leaf problems on your peach trees, here is a solution that is environment-friendly, budget-conscious and harmless to human health.


Growing your own peaches can be a delicious project for any gardener. The first thing you have to do is choose a peach pit that will germinate and produce a tree suitable for your area.


Early strawberries (Fragaria spp. and hybrids), also called June-bearing strawberries, produce one big crop of berries early in the season. June-bearing strawberries are generally found in USDA Hardiness Zones 2 to 11 but this varies greatly from cultivar to cultivar.


Wisterias in bloom are a beautiful sight to behold. The lavender flowers cascade beautifully down the sides of buildings, pergolas, bushes, which makes wisteria the envy of many gardeners.


Mandarin trees can grow excessively heavy some years, with too many fruits on the tree, weighing down branches to the point where they break off, and making them difficult for pickers, or even resulting in a dead, collapsed tree.


Snowdrops ( Galanthus ) are a favorite plant in many a garden. If you want to grow more of them, they can be divided and planted in another part of the garden, with great ease.


The colorful, cheerful tulip makes a great addition to just about any spring flower bed. Getting tulip bulbs is not especially difficult either, thanks to this flower's popularity.


Daylilies are hardy perennial plants that grow in clumps in full sun. They produce flowers that range in color and size. Each flower lasts less than 24 hours.


Peonies can add a burst of pink, yellow, red, or white to any garden. Peonies are full sun plants that should be grown in fertile, well-drained soil.


Irises (Iris spp.) come in a variety of sizes, shapes, flower colors and blooming season. If you have irises that are more than one year old and they are not blooming, there are a few possible causes which can usually be easily corrected, including allowing your irises more space to grow, giving them the sunshine they need, feeding them to help them bloom.


You can grow calla lilies indoors in containers or outdoors in your garden. In areas with warmer climates (zones 9 to 11 in the United States) calla lilies grow perennially all year long.


Calendula, also known as "pot marigolds" are annual flowers that bloom constantly throughout the growing season. Originally grown for use as a seasoning or for medicinal properties, calendula have become popular for their cheerful, bright yellow or orange flowers that follow the path of the sun throughout the day in the same way that sunflowers do.


Here's a fun and simple gardener's trick to brighten your daffodils.


Are you growing a garden and wish to attract more butterflies? Butterfly Weed is great for attracting butterflies, insects, and even hummingbirds! Butterfly Weed can be either planted outside in Autumn, or indoors right after Winter.


An annual is a plant that germinates, flowers and dies in a single growing season. Unlike perennials, annual plants will not overwinter and regrow the following growing season.


Amaranth plants produce nutritious leaves and seeds. Many varieties also feature appealing flowers that grow in tassels as long as your forearm. Whatever your interest in the plant, the right conditions and a small amount of care will lead to blossoming amaranth in a surprisingly short amount of time.


Brazilian trumpet creeper ( Pyrostegia venusta ) has gorgeous flowers during a temperate winter, as well as very lush foliage. It is also known as the orange trumpet creeper, the "trumpet" being a reference to the flower shape.


Blood meal is a slaughterhouse by product that is often used as a fertilizer due to its quick action and high nitrogen content. This substance can be purchased at most garden centers and nurseries and is frequently used in growing fruits and vegetables.


Bird of paradise, or strelitzia reginae, produces thick, leathery leaves and colorful flowers that resemble the shape of a bird's head. The plant is native to South Africa and requires a steady climate between 50-72 degrees Fahrenheit (10-20 degrees Celsius) to thrive.


Black eyed Susan plants are short-lived perennials that generally do not live for more than two years. They do, however, freely self-seed to such an extent that they seem to be long-lived perennials.


Biennials are plants that take 2 full growing seasons to mature and flower. This distinguishes them from annuals, which flower in 1 season, and perennials, which flower every year.


Asters produce bright daisy-like flowers from late summer through autumn. Some varieties of this popular perennial plant grow to 8 inches (20 cm) while others grow as tall as 8 feet (2.4 m), but the growing requirements for all varieties are very similar.


Blue daisy ( Felicia amelloides ) is a pretty bluish-purple flower that is a native to southern Africa. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and it's an herbaceous shrub with a fairly straggly look overall.


Begonias are a classic gardeners' favorite for their ease of growing and beautiful color. Whether you want a new houseplant to add to your collection, something to add to your hanging baskets, or a new addition for your outdoor garden, consider planting begonias.


Annuals are plants that germinate, flower and die in a single growing season. Annuals can be grown in the ground or in containers using a variety of growing media, including garden soil, perlite and sphagnum moss.


Grow Bougainvilleas and Color Leaves from Slips

Color leaves, also known as Crotons, and bougainvilleas are relatively easy to grow from slips. Watching a plant grow from birth, is therapeutic and rewarding, knowing that you were responsible for creating this beauty and natural art.


Peonies are a lovely, old-fashioned perennial that will add beauty and heavenly scent to your garden for many years. If you're looking for a flowering plant that deer won't eat, peonies are an excellent choice.


Alstroemeria is a perennial plant also known as Lily of the Incas or Peruvian lily. For best results, plant bulbs rather than seeds. You can plant bulbs in containers or directly in your garden.


Agapanthus has beautiful bright purple or white flowers in abundance and is a beloved addition to many gardens. It's very easy to grow and will self propagate once established.


African daisies are colorful flowers that thrive in warm, full sunlight. The seeds are quick growing and will produce blossoms in only a couple of months after sowing.


African Violets, also known as Saintpaulia, are great plants for indoor growing because of their beauty and easy care. Originating from Tanzania and Kenya, these flowering perennials will thrive outdoors in some climates, but do best as houseplants in most areas because they do not tolerate cold temperatures.


Adenium obesum , also called Desert Rose in a narrow sense, is a species of flowering plant, an evergreen, drought-deciduous succulent shrub, native to the Sahara, and tropical and subtropical eastern and southern Africa and Arabia.


Grewia asiatica is a species of Grewia native to southern Asia from Pakistan east to Cambodia, and widely cultivated in other tropical countries.


African violets are a group of flowering perennial plants that are native to Tanzania, Kenya, and other areas of East Africa. Growing these violets at home is quite easy, but they need the right medium, nutrients, and environment to thrive.


The rabbit foot fern (Davallia fejeensis) is a native of Fiji. It can be grown outdoors in warm climates (USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11), but is most commonly grown as a house plant.


A plumeria is a fast-growing tropical tree that produces masses of fragrant blooms between March and October. A small tree, the plumeria reaches heights of about 30 feet at maturity.


Calla lilies, also known as arum lilies, aren’t a fussy plant to grow in the garden - provided you get a few basics right, like soil quality and sun exposure.


Amaryllis flowers usually appear in winter or spring, and last several weeks before fading. Compared to most flowers, amaryllis bulbs are easily encouraged to bloom additional times, but for best results they require proper treatment year round to ensure they are developing correctly through each season.


Peonies are hardy plants from  zones 3 to 8 . However, they perform at their best in regions that get some chilly weather during the winter months. In zones 8 and 9, these plants may refuse to flower if the temperatures stay too warm for their liking during the “cold” portions of the year.


Flower walls are easy to create. The beauty of the flower wall is that it will help to keep your flower beds tidy, making your garden look better as a whole from spring onwards.


Forcing tulips is a great way to get them to bloom indoors while they are out of season. If you love tulips or have a special someone who does, forcing tulips in water can be a great way to have them even when they aren't normally growing!


Growing hyacinths in water (sometimes called forcing hyacinths) is a beautiful way to bring a touch of color and a gorgeous scent to your home. Although it's a somewhat lengthy process, growing the bulbs in water can help your hyacinth blooms last for weeks.


Nothing lifts the spirits as much as the sight of a few branches of golden forsythia, coral-colored quince or creamy pear blossoms. Branches of spring-flowering trees are easy to force for indoor display.


Forcing bulbs means getting them to bloom indoors out of season. It’s especially straightforward to do this with Paperwhite Narcissus because, unlike other bulbs varieties, Paperwhites don’t require chilling to imitate the winter freeze.


Forsythias are usually referred to as the harbingers of spring, as they are one of the first shrubs to bloom each year with their showy, golden yellow flowers before any leaves start to show in late winter to early spring.


Impatiens , also known as balsam or busy Lizzie, covers a large genus of more than 450 species. Most household  Impatiens  plants are the varieties and hybrids derived from  Impatiens wallerana  (or  walleriana ), which is generically referred to as busy Lizzie.


Lantana (Lantana spp.) provides a beautiful floral display in bright, sunny gardens from early summer right up until the first hard frost in the fall.


Coral pea ( Kennedia  cultivars) is a native Australian climbing plant. It's hardy and it has pea-flowers (usually red but also black and yellow are possible) that bloom from late winter to spring.


The ancient Greeks combined the words chrysos (golden) and anthemon (flower) to create the name Chrysanthemum. Most people simply call them “mums,” which works just as well because today we have many colorful varieties of this wildly popular plant.


Cleome, commonly referred to as the "spider flower" or "spider plant," is a sturdy flowering shrub that thrives in warm, humid weather. The plant can be started indoors or outdoors, but either way, it is fairly easy to care for.


Fertilizing your flower garden with organic materials is considered best by many gardeners. While chemical fertilizers will give you a quick result, over the long term they actually damage a plant's roots.


Gardenias have won the hearts of swooning Southern belles for ages. Their beautiful petals and divine fragrance have indeed made them a very beloved flower.


Geraniums grow in riotous reds, pretty pinks, wondrous whites, passionate purples...the list goes on. Needless to say, they are the perfect addition to any garden, windowsill, or pot.


Chamomile is an herb that grows pretty, daisy-like flowers. These flowers can be dried and used to make relaxing and medicinal herbal teas, as well as hot compresses and infused oils.


Freesias are graceful, fragrant flowers grown from bulbs. Freesias make a gorgeous addition to flower arrangements, and most people grow them for the purpose of cutting them for display.


Foxglove are showy, bell-shaped wildflowers native to the woods of northern Europe. Foxglove grow 2–5 feet (0.6–1.5 m) tall and produce robust pink, purple, red, white and yellow blossoms.


Irises are perfect for beginner gardeners and experienced green thumbs alike! The hardy flowers are not difficult to grow and do well in a wide range of climates, being relatively drought-tolerant and low maintenance.


Jonquils are daffodils that produce small, fragrant flowers in a cluster. They are delightful in a garden and fairly easy to grow. Here is what to do.


Gaura plants are fairly easy to establish and care for. There are annual, biennial, and perennial varieties to choose from, so if you want to keep gaura as a permanent addition to your garden, make sure that you select a perennial variety before you begin.


Fuchsia plants make beautiful, vibrant additions to nearly any garden. These plants have blooms that range in color, including pink, red, purple, blue, orange, and white.


Adding a wildflower meadow to your garden or yard can transform your outdoor space into a thriving natural habitat. In addition to providing a splash of color, certain types of wildflowers also attract hummingbirds, honeybees, and butterflies.


Tulips are brightly colored, upright flowers which bloom from early spring to early summer. Native to the foothills of the Himalayas and Eastern Turkey, tulips grow best in areas with cold winters and dry, hot summers.


Wisteria is a hearty woody vine that’s native to parts of North America and Asia. It’s recognized for its beautiful and scented hanging flower clusters, but the plant itself can grow very large, and will even survive winter, frost, and snow.


Tulips are a convenient plant to choose for container gardening. Each bulb produces only a single stalk, which prevents the flowers from growing too big for their pots.


Hibiscus flowers are widely recognizable by their trumpet-like shape and dainty petals. The large blooms can be up to a foot wide and attract butterflies and hummingbirds to a garden.


Violets ( Viola odorata ) are wonderful woodland plants that are very easy to grow. Violets scent a garden wonderfully, and can be used for culinary and decorative purposes and as perfume.


Daylilies are hardy yet beautiful plants that tolerate poor soil conditions and thrive in a wide variety of climates. Daylily varieties stand anywhere from 18 inches (46 cm) to a lofty 60 inches (152 cm).


Tuberose, or  Polianthes tuberosa , produces a heavily scented flower enjoyed by many gardeners, and sometimes used in perfume. A perennial bulb native to Mexico, it will grow in cool to tropical regions, with extra precautions needed for frosty winters.


Hostas are a type of perennial plant with large leaves, full foliage, and small flowers. These plants will thrive in shady spots, but many varieties do require a certain amount of sun.


Swamp Hibiscus is also known as Scarlet Hibiscus, Rose Mallow and Star of Texas. It produces a brilliant red bloom that can spice up any garden. In order to grow this beautiful plant, you will have to know how to plant it and care for it.


Bulb flowers often provide the first color of spring, blooming as early as February in some regions. They are easy to plant, and they grow almost anywhere.


Clematis is a climbing plant that produces stunning blue, purple, pink, rose, yellow and white flowers all summer and into the fall. Certain cultivars can grow up to 20 feet (6.1 m) tall and live for over 80 years.


Day Lilies are a lovely flower, easily naturalized in many locations. They are quite tolerant of most gardening "mistakes" and make a good flower for beginning gardeners to plant.


Daffodils consist of more than 50 species all told. When they spring forth, they dominate the season with their unmatched beauty. These flowers symbolize love and friendship and are quite easy and reliable to grow.


The columbine, with its long graceful stem and colorful flower, is a native plant of Colorado and has been named the official flower of the state. However, columbines are relatively hardy flowers and can grow in both the northern and southern regions of the country.


Carnations are beautiful flowers that will last up to the frost with minimal care. Read on to learn how to add them to your garden.


Confederate jasmine is a hardy, fragrant perennial that grows rapidly. It is a flowering vine that requires vertical support for optimal growth. The plant is fairly problem-free and easy to care for and can be planted in gardens and pots.


Tuberous begonias produce beautiful rose-like flowers in a variety of colors. They are started from tubers, which many refer to as bulbs, and should be planted in early spring.


Gardenias are evergreens with white billowy blossoms and a sweet, intense perfume that permeates the air in Southern gardens from spring through summer.


The Tulip Poplar tree ( Liriodendron tulipifera ) is also known as the American tulip tree, whitewood, fiddle-tree, and yellow poplar. It’s a fast-growing tree that can reach a tall height (over 40 ft) within a few decades.


Of all flowering bulbs, amaryllis is the easiest to bring to bloom. The amaryllis originated in South America's tropical regions and has the botanical name Hippeastrum.


Carnations offer great vase life as a cut flower, and also make a terrific garden display. Depending on the variety, carnations will grow through plant hardiness zones 3 to 10.


If you have the space, you can make an amazing visual impact by growing one type of plant in several rows. Some purple flowers such as lavender or sweet pea offer amazing scents that will carry across the field.


Do you enjoy cut-flowers in your home? Rather than buying your flowers at the market or store, you could try growing your own flowers to cut and bring indoors.


Planting flower bulbs in grass can be fast and easy, so long as you pick out the right site for your bulbs, and know how to plant them correctly. It is also important to consider what your yard and weather conditions are like so that you can get bulbs that do well in your specific conditions.


Although lilies tend may seem like rather exotic plants, they are fairly hardy and will survive winters outdoors in many locations (through zones 5-9).


Scented camellias are less well known but they do exist and they make an incredibly uplifting addition to a garden. This article is a starter prompt to assist you with ideas for making your own scented camellia garden.


Dahlias are summer-flowering plants that grow from tuberous roots. While they are winter-hardy in USDA hardiness zones 7 to 10, they must be removed from the garden in colder hardiness zones and stored for the winter.


Belladonna lilies form clumps as they grow and it can be handy to know how to move them if you'd like to place them in other parts of your garden.


Pansies bloom in early spring and can add some lovely color to your garden after winter. Pansies are generally one of the first plants to come up in the spring, and will continue to bloom until the temperatures rise and cause the plant to become dormant.


A fall flower garden can be a stunning addition to your autumn landscape at home. Fortunately, many gorgeous varieties of both annual and perennial flowers bloom during the fall season.


Perennial plants are the gardener's delight as they continue giving year after year - their foliage, blooms, fruit, berries, etc., are taken as a constant.


Lilies may seem like exotic garden plants, but they are actually fairly easy to care for. Lilies will grow in zones 5-9, usually favoring full sun and a moist soil.


Bottlebrush plants ( Callistemon ) are wonderful native Australian garden plants. If yours has stopped flowering as much as it used to, or has never had much of a show, here are some ideas on what to do.


Daffodil plants (also known as narcissi) are reliable garden plants that return year after year to provide a dash of spring color. Narcissi bulbs can be maintained over the winter and re-used the following year with very little effort on the part of the gardener.


Peonies are a great, low-maintenance flower for gardeners who do not like to replant their gardens each spring. The plants are capable of blooming each year for decades without pause, or even for more than a century.


Night blooming jasmine is a tropical, evergreen shrub that is famous for its sweet smell. The look of the plant is unpretentious. It has clusters of tubular flowers and pointy, dark green leaves.


Geraniums will grow tall and leggy if they're not pruned regularly. Cutting back the plants allows for new growth and longer-lasting blooms, bringing out the best in these bright, cheerful garden staple.


Hardy varieties of Calla lily tend to be white and will survive overwintering outdoors in many climates. More tender varieties are usually colored and may not overwinter as well.


Holly is a popular and decorative garden plant which ranges in size from 2 to 40 feet (.6 to 12.1 m). Though it’s generally a low-maintenance shrub, you will need to prune your plant in order to keep its size under control and to promote the growth of lateral buds and shoots.


Many events call for arrangements of lovely fresh flowers. Because flowers are living things, they can be very delicate. You should know how to transport your cut flower arrangements without damaging any of your blossoms.


Carnations are fun flowers to grow for their brilliant colors and strong fragrance. They are perennial plants that are generally hardy in UDSA Hardiness Zones 6 to 9 but they are also often grown as annuals.


After a few years, daffodils can multiply into thick clumps and get a bit too crowded. This occurs when the original single bulb multiplies into a clump of several conjoined bulbs by producing offspring that are known as ‘offsets’.


Resurrection Lilies ( Lycoris squamigera ) are also known as ‘Surprise’ or ‘Magic’ Lilies, and sometimes ‘Naked ladies’! They’ll grow in US zones 5 to 10, which means they can manage temperatures that drop down to -20 degrees Fahrenheit (-26 degrees Celsius).


Clematis is a plant that can be actively trained to grow somewhere that you want it to grow. It is known as “the queen of climbers” in the garden world for its ability to add color to plain structures likes walls and fences by growing upward as a 10 to 20 foot vine.


After pruning your roses in late winter, keep back the prunings for a very specific purpose... deterring Fido from destroying fragile areas of your garden!


A flower garden enhances your outdoor surroundings. It can also provide you with cut flowers and attract pollinators, such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, to your garden.


Tulips are very hardy perennial flowers that do not need to be dug up each winter. In most areas, tulips bloom best when left in the ground all year.


Like many seeds, sunflower seeds can be made to sprout in order to produce a healthy source of nutrients. Proper sprouting depends on a variety of factors: temperature, water volume and time.


Take Care of Irises when Their Flowers Die

Irises are a popular perennial plant delivers a beautiful display of flowers. These plants can grow in zones 3 through 10, which means they can survive temperatures that hit minimums of -40 degrees Fahrenheit (-40 degrees Celsius).


Transplanting means moving a plant from one location to another. Sometimes this is done merely because the gardener prefers another location for the plant.


Forsythia is a hardy, colourful bush that can brighten up any garden and help to attract birds, bees and butterflies. Forsythia plants tend to root deep in the ground and have large root balls, making it difficult to transplant the whole bush.


Dahlias, known for their wide variety of blooms, long standing season, and enjoyable ease of care, are commonly thought of as perennials in several locations across the world.


Bougainvillea is a climbing, flowering vine or shrub native to Brazil. This tropical perennial gained its nickname, "paper flower," for its delicate bracts that come in a variety of colors, including purple, red and orange.


Grow your own African Violets by rooting leaves.You could start some beautiful potted violets using this method.


After Christmas is over, people throw out their poinsettias even though the plates are just fine and would look great next year. Don't do it! Keep your poinsettia around to enjoy for the next holiday season.


Annual sunflowers (plants that only bloom once) typically do not need any pruning. However, sunflowers that are growing in groups may need to be trimmed to keep from knocking one another over.


Hibiscus are lovely plants with beautiful flowers, but after a few seasons of growing, your hibiscus may not be producing so many of those eye-catching buds anymore.


Seasonal flowering bulbs like crocuses, daffodils, hyacinths and tulips are often “forced” or tricked into blooming indoors during the winter months to brighten up the home.


Propagating plants means making more of them. When you do this via cuttings, you duplicate the parent plant so you get exactly the same variety. When you grow from seed, the result isn’t always as predictable.


Pink, red and white azaleas adorn lawns across the South every spring. These shrubs are hardy and easy to care for because they thrive in many locations and conditions.


Gardenia ( Gardenia jasminoides ), also known as Cape Jasmine, is a very fragrant shrub plant with pure white flowers and shiny green close-growing foliage.


Clematis are gorgeous climbing plants that will bring a spark to any garden or home with their riotous color. Like all plants, clematis need to be pruned in order for the plant to produce healthy blooms.


Burning bush, or  euonymus alatus , is a flowering deciduous shrub that grows vigorously to large sizes. If the bush is planted in an area where it can grow freely to any size, you only need to do light pruning for the sake of its health.


Trumpet vines are fast-growing vines known for the trumpet-shapes flowers they produce. These vines are quite hardy and can be pruned throughout the year, but the focus of your pruning should vary depending on the time of year you prune at.


Chrysanthemums can succumb under windy conditions, with their heavy flower heads and tender stems. Here is a way to give them some support.


Geraniums, otherwise known as "pelargoniums", are easily propagated from cuttings in spring and autumn. The great thing about growing from cuttings is that you can keep the type true to the parent plant and with new young plants, you can be guaranteed of a fresh profusion of flowers.


Propagating hibiscus refers to the process of cloning hibiscus flowers. The process is the same for both tropical and hardy varieties, and with a little bit of know-how, this is a gardening endeavor you can take on yourself.


Sunflowers are tall, beautiful flowers that can adorn your backyard. Some varieties can even grow to more than 20 feet (6.1 m) in height and have flowers that span 2 feet (0.6 m) in diameter.


Mildew is a problem that can occur inside a home, outdoors and on any surface that has been exposed to moisture. In the case of plants, however, the appearance of mildew is the cause of a fungal disease.


One of the most common questions in tropical plant nurseries concerns the propagation of bougainvillea. Most people have tried dozens of times only to end up with rotted cuttings to show for their efforts.


Clematis is a favorite flowering vine for many gardeners, combining beautiful shapes and colors with a very long life-span. Unfortunately, clematis can be very expensive to purchase from the store and difficult to propagate without a little know-how.


Frangipanis have a delicious fragrance with overtones of peaches, jasmine, honeysuckle and apricot. If you would like to strike some cuttings to add frangipani to your garden, it is relatively easy to do.


Daffodils became popular at the turn of the century for their ability to survive, propagate, and thrive in nearly every climate. Simply leaving daffodils in the ground usually produces acceptable results for homeowners; but, only a small amount of effort can give gardeners a gorgeous bounty of flowers year after year.


Azalea propagation refers to the process of breeding the big, showy flowers that bloom on shrubs in many yards and gardens. There are many different methods to accomplish this task, which anyone with a pair of gardening gloves and some shears can manage.


The most natural garden is one composed of wildflowers. If you have the room, you can sow wildflower seeds over a large area of your land and create your own colorful meadow.


While the African Violet may be native to Tanzania, it has become a common household plant in homes across the world. With coloration that can range from light, dusty lilac hues to deep violets, these house plants are most often grown in pots on kitchen window sills and on tables near indirect light sources.


Clematis wilt is a common problem when growing clematis, especially with the fancier hybrids which have less resistance. Here is what to do to try to prevent it from happening to your clematis.


Whether you just love the look of preserved flowers or want to hold onto a particular bouquet with sentimental value, there are several methods you can use to extend the life of cut flowers.


Turing sunflowers are named for Alan Turing, a mathematician that proposed that sunflower heads featured Fibonacci number sequences. Fibonacci sequences of numbers begin with zero and one, and each subsequent number in the sequence is the sum of the two numbers before it.


The hardest part of planting plumeria seeds will be finding the seeds. While plumeria is not difficult to start from seeds the seed grown plants will not look like the parent plant when they mature, so commercial growers prefer to use cuttings.


Graceful, sunset-hued poppies add a whimsical element to any garden. Just like with any flower, growing from seed is a process that requires patience, attention, and work.


Hyacinth flowers are beautiful and it's desirable to show them to their best advantage. However, they have a fairly common habit of being too heavy for their own stem and flopping over while growing, bending the stem in half.


Perennials are plants that live for at least 2 consecutive years. Technically, shrubs and trees are perennials, but most gardeners use the term to describe plants.


Pansies are handy garden plants that can provide color to your garden when other plants aren’t flowering. They are simple to grow and make a good choice for containers, particularly in the cooler parts of the year.


Tritoma plants, also called Red Hot Pokers, are native to South Africa and are noted for their tall, red flower spikes. They are hardy plants that can survive for years in a suitable garden.


Carnations are a popular cut flower than you can also grow in your yard. They grow best in a sunny spot that has well-drained soil. If you have a variety of carnations that are considered perennial, meaning that it will live longer than a year, then you can help to keep its flowers blooming.


Chrysanthemums are a very hardy flower that don’t need a lot of tending to bloom and make your yard look beautiful! Make sure you plant your mums in an area with full sun and good air circulation.


Marigolds are beautiful, bright flowers that bloom all summer long. They are very easy to maintain and grow best in sunny environments. Marigolds also have been shown to repel insects, rabbits and other animals that can menace your garden, so many people plant them next to plants that attract these pests.


Lavender is a Mediterranean herb that is easy to grow as long as you provide it with full sun and good drainage. If your soil isn't quite sandy enough, you can grow lavender in pots instead of a planting bed.


Stock flowers, or Matthiola incana, are known for their fragrant, spicy scent. These annual flowers come in a range of colors and are usually grown from seed.


Tulips should be harvested in the early spring, just as they begin to grow. To harvest tulips, you pick them out of the ground, cut off the bulbs, and wrap them in paper towel.


Rock lily ( Thelychiton speciosum ), also known as dendrobium, is a native orchid from the Australian East Coast. It grows on rocks, hence the name.


The butterfly iris ( Dietes  spp.) is a special, dainty iris that heralds from South Africa. It is a perennial and it forms an upright clump with grass-like leaves and gorgeous flowers.


A bouquet is a staple of any wedding, but what if you want to carry something a little more personal? Growing your own bouquet allows you to grow a customized set of flowers with meaning that is special to you.


Lilies are a popular choice for many gardens due to their beautiful appearance, ease of planting, and basic care requirements. The stargazer lily, in particular, is known for its unique, sweet scent.


The snapdragon is a fragrant perennial native to the Mediterranean. It's colorful blossoms look similar to open mouths. Snapdragons are started from seed indoors and planted just before the last frost of the year.


Peonies are graceful and beautiful plants to have in a garden. They come in tree-peony varieties and herbaceous varieties. It can be a lot of fun mixing up the varieties in the same garden.


Plumeria (or Frangipani or Melia) are tropical plants that are sometimes used as houseplants and often grown in yards in tropical areas. Since plumeria does not come true from seed (the young plants don’t always look like the parents), plumeria is often propagated from cuttings so the new plant is an exact clone of the parent.


Poinsettia plants are native to Mexico, where they can grow up to 16 feet (4.9 m) tall. Many people buy poinsettia plants to decorate for Christmas and aren't sure how to care for them when the red leaves fall away.


Knowing how to grow petunias can give your garden bright, continuously blooming flowers from spring to frost. Found in a wide variety of colors, petunias are well-suited for growing in flower beds, borders, window boxes, and other containers.


Phlox are a fragrant summer wildflower that complement any garden. Some varieties, such as creeping, woodland and moss phlox, grow low to the ground and are frequently used as ground covers.


Penstemon ( Penstemon hartwegii ) cultivars provide a pretty garden border plant or are great for flower areas. They have a variety of flower colours including red, white, pink, and purple.


Pansies are often described as flowers with faces, meaning their petals lie flat and sport a pattern that resembles a face. Although pansies come in an array of colours like purple, gold, orange, and violet, there are essentially two types: clear-faced pansies, which have a single solid color, and faced pansies, which have a darker center bordered with a lighter color.


Moon flower ( Ipomoea alba ) is a climber which grows quickly. It's a tropical plant, hence it grows as an annual in cool to cold areas but is much longer lasting in warmer climates.


Oleanders are dangerous beauties. These plants are gravely toxic when ingested, but when handled with care, they can be lovely, vibrant, and sturdy additions to your garden.


Morning glories are fast-growing vines that produce large, fragrant flowers. Once established, they will tolerate almost any soil. Before planting outdoors, be prepared to fight the morning glory away from the rest of your garden.


Perennials are plants that grow back each spring from their own rootstock; they do not die away and seed new plants like annuals or biennials. For this reason, perennials are excellent landscaping plants.


Pandorea ( Pandorea  species) is a native Australian climber with many different flower colours. It also has tropical foliage and looks wonderful even when not flowering.


Nasturtiums are easy to grow and make a lovely addition to the garden. As well as providing a beautiful splash of color, nasturtiums have edible leaves, seeds and flowers.


Impatiens are the ubiquitous colorful flowers that can be seen lining garden borders and blooming out of pots on front porches all summer long. These gorgeous, hardy flowers come in a variety of colors and can be planted in patterns for a stunning visual effect.


Ice plants (Delosperma spp.) are versatile perennial plants that bloom in bright purple-pink from late spring until the first frost in autumn.  [1]   They are called ice plants because there are tiny, silvery hairs on their succulent leaves that make them shimmer in the sunshine as though they are covered with ice crystals.


Marigolds are very easy to grow and are available in a variety of colors, including white, yellow, orange, red, and mixed colors. They will bloom from mid-summer all the way until frost.


Hollyhocks are generally considered a biennial. They grow leaves the first year and flower, seed and die the next. However, depending on growing conditions and the hardiness of the plants, they frequently live longer than 2 years; in some climates, they are more of a short-lived perennial.


Lotus flowers are beautiful aquatic plants that represent beauty and purity, and they are available in a range of sizes and colors. The most common colors are red, pink, yellow, and white.


Lobelia ( Lobelia erinus ) is a lovely annual or tender perennial (where winters are frost free) that is a well behaved, low growing, bedding or container plant that provides color for any garden.


The first thing lisianthus plants are known for are their beautiful bell-shaped flowers. Unfortunately, the second thing lisianthus plants are known for is being notoriously difficult to cultivate.


Kangaroo paw (Anigozanthos) is a native to Western Australia that grows well across Australia and New Zealand. It comes in a variety of colours and is fairly easy to grow in the suburban garden or a container.


The bright, showy blooms of the hibiscus plant are prized by gardeners who want to add a tropical feel to their landscapes. The genus boasts several hundred species, from dwarf varieties that grow to between 2 to 3 feet (0.6 to 0.9 m) to plants that can exceed 8 feet (2.4 m) (2.4 m) in height.


Gladiolus, also called gladiola or glads, are commonly grown to be cut and used in flower arrangements. Majestic in size and stature, glads range from 2 to 5 feet (0.6 to 1.5 m) tall and have trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of all colors except blue.


Gerbera daisies (Gerbera Jamesonii, Gerbera Viridifolia or Gerbera hybrida) are a favourite of many people; they are bright, colourful, pretty flowers that make both the garden and any floral arrangement appear vibrant and alive.


There are many varieties of hostas that come in various sizes and colors. All hostas have short stems with large leaves that often seem to grow directly from the ground.


Heliotrope ( Heliotropium arborescens ), also known as Cherry pie, is a delightful scented plant that does smell rather like cherry pie. It attracts butterflies and bees, it smells delicious and it is suitable for both a garden bed or a container.


Colorful geraniums make a wonderful addition to container gardens. The blooms, which usually appear in pink, purple, white, or red flower clusters last from mid-spring to early fall when cared for properly.


A pretty yellow, orange to gold flower from the Asteraceae family, the gazania is endemic to South Africa. It also comes in creams, whites and dark reds.


Four o'clock flowers bloom in the evening, usually between 4 and 6 o'clock, once the temperatures have cooled for the day. These trumpet-shaped blossoms are available in yellow, red, white, pink, or striped variations, and the plant should continue to bloom from spring through summer, up until the first frost of autumn.


This is a very easy step in how to grow flowering plants using stems. You will produce more plants faster than seeds.


Growing flowers from seed can be a difficult task for beginning gardeners. Seeds and seedlings are delicate, and the wrong conditions can ruin them fairly easily.


Dahlias are bright, beautiful flowers that come in a wide variety of colors. Due to their height, however, many gardeners may feel skeptical about planting them in pots.


Deadly monkshood (Aconitum spp.) is poisonous to humans and animals but, as long as no humans or pets will eat it, it can be an interesting addition to your garden.


Hibiscus (Hibiscus spp.) brighten landscapes, decks and patios with large, showy blue, pink, purple, red, white or yellow flowers from spring to fall.


Daylilies have been nicknamed the "perfect perennial." The favorite of many home gardeners, these flowers come in a large assortment of colors, have a long blooming season, require very little care, and can adapt to a number of different climates and habitats.


Dahlias are beautiful perennial plants and are relatively easy to grow. The plants produce attractive, large flowers in a variety of colors, and generally bloom late in summer or early fall.


Flowering plants can be the pride and joy of any garden. But as any gardener knows, to get the beautiful results you seek, your flowers require a fertilizer boost.


Cosmos  are one of the easiest flowers to grow from seed, as they require little care.  Cosmos  flowers originate from South America to Mexico, and are named after the Greek word meaning "ordered universe".


Daffodil bulbs require a cold season to grow and bloom. If you plant bulbs outdoors in the autumn, you must wait until the spring for them to bloom, but you can enjoy the blooms much earlier if you choose to grow daffodils indoors.


You can dry sunflowers to use as decorations or keepsakes, or you can also dry them for the seeds or for the petals. The process is a little different depending on the reason you want to dry the sunflowers.


Encouraging flowering on Daphne burkwoodii is easy following these steps.


Daffodils, which are also known as narcissi, are a sturdy garden plant that will continue to bloom beautifully year after year. The key to keeping these flowers producing each year is providing them with the right amount of fertilizer at just the right time.


The dwarf iris is a fragrant flower characterized by 3 downward hanging petals (sepals or falls) and 3 upright petals (flags or banners). The dwarf iris is a plant that likes sunny locations with well-drained soils to best produce its spring flowers.


Daylilies are hardy perennial plants that produce an abundance of showy flowers in a wide range of colors. Each flower lasts only a day (hence the name, daylilies) but there are so many flowers on each plant that the floral display typically lasts for 30 to 45 days.


Peonies are easy-to-grow and hardy flowering perennial plants with a long lifespan. They do not require division and transplanting to continue flowering, like some perennials do.


Lilies are perennial plants that will flourish in the same location for years. However, lily beds will eventually grow overcrowded due to natural reproduction by the plants.


Crocus is a bulb plant that is planted in the fall so that it can flower in the spring. It starts to grow and bloom in the earliest part of spring, even when there is still snow on the ground.


There are many varieties of phlox plants, all of which produce fragrant flowers in a wide range of colors. The most common garden phlox variety is the tall phlox, which grows to heights of 2 to 4 feet (0.6 to 1.2 m) tall in large clusters of dense foliage.


“Deadheading,” or pruning, flowers interrupts the seed production and encourages more flowers to bloom.   [1]   There are several ways to deadhead petunias, including hand pinching and shearing.


Annuals are plants that germinate, bloom and die within 1 year. Although annuals must be replaced each year, designing a garden with annuals offers the opportunity to incorporate plants featuring a diverse range of colors, textures and sizes.


A few wild violets can add a charming splash of color to your garden or lawn, but these weeds can spread quickly and dramatically when left unchecked.


Deadheading is a gardening term that refers to the trimming off of dead blooms and growths on a plant. Though you may be nervous to go after your mum plants with a pair of garden shears, deadheading is actually an extremely healthy process for your plants that will make them look tidier and more beautiful.


Gladiolus makes a striking garden plant and a relatively long-lived cut flower for the vase. The cut flowers are very simple to arrange in a tall, heavy vase.


African violets are lovely in the house but they can become grimy and dusty over time. There is a very simple solution to keeping the leaves in top shape.


Irises are reliable perennial plants that deliver beautiful flowers year after year. They favor sun but will tolerate some shade and generally require little attention.


A flower garden is a lovely addition to a home. Whether you choose to grow only 1 type of flower, such as roses, or cram as many different species as possible into your garden, there are steps you can take when choosing your garden flowers to ensure success, even if you've never planted anything before.


Tulips are a beautiful addition to any  flower garden  or lawn. You can grow gorgeous tulips year after year with the right maintenance and attention.


Pansies can bring a lovely splash of color to any garden. Unlike many plants, pansies favor cold weather, so they can help to brighten up your garden in the winter and early spring.


While pruning raspberries may seem difficult, it helps stimulate new growth, produces a larger harvest, and removes disease and dead canes from your plant.


Plum trees need to be pruned once a year so that they'll retain a healthy shape and produce abundant fruit. The timing is important, since pruning at the wrong time of year can expose the tree to disease.


Grape vines need heavy pruning each year. All heavy pruning should be done while the plants are in a state of dormancy, but additional light pruning may also be needed throughout the growing season.


Taking care of red raspberries is a small chore but worth it to be blessed with an abundance of juicy fruit. Without it, your berries might just go to the birds.


If your citrus tree fails to bring fruit to maturity, there are a few possible reasons why the fruit is either not growing, or is falling off prematurely.


Watermelon seeds for planting are fairly inexpensive and readily available at seed stores. But you can also easily collect seeds from ripe watermelons in the summer and store them for planting the following spring.


A sunflower is a magnificent plant, with as many as two thousand miniature flowers forming the central disc.  [1]   Many common sunflower varieties grow quickly and resist drought and disease fairly well.


Regular pruning of blueberry bushes is important to keep them from becoming overgrown and unproductive. Training young blueberry bushes by pruning them regularly during the first two years promotes proper structure of the plant, which in turn supports maximum production of fruit.


Peace lilies are easy to maintain and are one of the most popular varieties of houseplants. This wikiHow will show you how to take care of them.


The Aztecs in Mexico grew poinsettias, long before the first Europeans settled in the U.S. It wasn't until 1825 that the first U.S. ambassador to Mexico, Joel Roberts Poinsett, introduced the poinsettia to the U.S. Since then it has become ubiquitous as a Christmas plant.


Tropical plants are those which are originally native to tropical climates. These plants sometimes require more extensive care than less exotic flower species, but their bright colors and striking appearance makes them worth it.


Companion planting is a gardening method in which you place plants close to each other so that they can aid each others growth or so that the aesthetics of the garden are improved.


Hostas, or plantain lilies, are the perfect low-maintenance perennials to fill out your summer garden. They thrive in outdoor, shaded areas and can range in size from 2 inches (5.1 cm) to 4 feet (1.2 m) tall, with leaves that range from smooth to wrinkled, blue to rosy, and matte to shiny.


Lilies are beautiful flowers with lovely aromas, loved by gardeners, florists, and anybody who appreciates fragrance and beauty. Lilies are remarkably hardy, easy to grow, and easy to maintain.


Lilacs are a treasured part of the backyard landscape thanks to their hearty nature and fragrant flowers. Although these bushes are fairly low maintenance, they require care after they are planted and begin to flourish.


Mums, or chrysanthemums, are a beautiful addition to any garden or home. These bright flowers are traditionally recognized by their colorful domes of vibrant yellow, burgundy, plum, white, pink or lavender blossoms that bloom profusely in the fall.


Heather (Calluna vulgaris), also known as Scotch heather and ling, are often used as groundcover plants and in borders or as background landscape plants.


The gardenia, also called the cape jasmine, is one of the most fragrant flowers the home gardener can grow, but it presents a number of challenges. Gardenias need a specific soil acidity, plenty of water and light, cool temperatures and high humidity.


Camellias are an old-fashioned flower much beloved in many gardens. They come in a wide variety of colors and varieties. Once planted, it's important to tend them to ensure that they continue to bloom beautifully every year.


Geraniums are perennials that require special care in the winter because they cannot survive hard frosts. You can, however, overwinter your geraniums and replant them every spring.


Certain types of daisies, depending on the USDA hardiness zone, are perennial plants that return year after year. They are easy to care for and add beautiful bursts of cheery color to your garden or landscaping.


Commercial cherries are grown from grafts so the growers know exactly what they're getting. This is because planting cherries from seeds may produce bitter fruit.


Plant strawberries indoors in any season to keep them away from the cold and to give yourself a year-round supply of fresh, tasty fruit. Here is the easy process to follow.


Propagate a Grapevine from Store Bought Grapes

Even a kid can grow a grape vine with this easy and fast way. All you need is a bag of grapes with the grapevine still intact and a cup of water.


A good way to start an indoor herb garden is to use a strawberry jar. A strawberry jar is a terracotta container that has various outlets all the way down it to allow for the strawberries to grow out from.


Peach trees are fast-growing fruit trees that produce fruit as early as 3 to 4 years when grown from a pit. However, most gardeners prefer to purchase young trees from nurseries or tree farms rather than try to grow a tiny, fragile seedling into a viable tree.


A blooming jade vine makes for quite a spectacle, with dozens if not hundreds of blooms per plant. Here is how to have better success getting yours to bloom.


You don’t need to buy seeds from a gardening store to grow apple trees; you can plant trees just by using the seeds at the core of your favorite type of apple!


Mango trees are one of the easiest trees to start from a seed and care for. The size and flavor of the fruit depends on the variety you choose, so taste-test them first if you can.


Plant and Care For Tissue Cultured Banana Plants

Bananas are essentially a tropical plant but can be grown in a wide variety of climatic conditions. They are grown from sea level up to elevations of 1,200 meters (3,937.0 ft).


Lowbush blueberry plants, also known as "Maine blueberries", vary in height and form and are comprised of 3 principal species:  Vaccinium: angustifolium ,  pallidum , and  myrtilloides .


A loquat is a type of fruit that tastes somewhat like papayas and guavas. It does better in warmer climates, particularly if you are looking to grow the tree for the fruit, but you can also use it as an ornamental tree.


The Amaryllis plant, or Hippeastrum, is a tropical flower that is native to South Africa.  [1]   The amaryllis bulb is prized by gardeners because it is easy to plant and replant after a short dormant period.


Azaleas are known as the "Royalty of the Garden", and is there really any wonder why? These plants produce blooms that inspire poets to compose and painters to weep with joy.


The purple flower potato bush is a perennial shrub – this means you’ll see the plant return year after year to bring color to your garden from summer through fall.


Care for a Potted Freesia After Blooming

Freesias are extremely popular flowers in gardens throughout the world. They require little maintenance and grow in most temperatures and climates. Freesia is a corm plant, so it is important to follow certain steps to ensure that the plant blooms year after year.


The Chinese hibiscus (Rosa sinensis) has flowers that look similar to the hibiscus that is commonly grown in gardens. Chinese hibiscus makes a stunning blooming houseplant with its 4” to 5” (10 to 12 cm) flowers in many gorgeous colors.


You know you've hit the flower jackpot when your plant is known for its brilliant flowers  and  its fancy foliage. The begonia has both of these lovely features.


Gardenias are beautiful plants with fragrant white flowers and shiny, dark green leaves. Their aromatic blossoms make them a desirable addition to your garden, but they can be difficult to care for.


There are many places to buy potted flowers. You can browse at garden centers and nurseries, at mass market retailers, grocery stores, and even home improvement outlets.


Sunflowers are annual plants that produce large or small yellow flowers in the summer. Sunflowers are very popular because of their beauty, and because they are easy to grow.


Tulips are a gorgeous spring flower that come in a rainbow of colors and a myriad of shapes. You typically plant tulips in the fall and then enjoy the colorful flowers when they bloom in the spring.


Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, "The Earth laughs in flowers." Make your home or garden a joyous and bright place to be by planting flowers--nature's own way of showing happiness.


Poppies are versatile, show-stopping plants that include several varieties, from the big, bold Oriental poppy, which can grow as tall as 4 feet (122cm), to the demure Alpine poppy, topping out at about 10 inches (25cm).


These hardy, easy-to-grow annuals brighten up any garden with their large, dramatic heads and petals. Sunflowers can grow anywhere from two to fifteen feet tall depending on the variety, and their seeds can even be harvested and enjoyed as a delicious snack.


Imagine inhaling the deep, mysterious scent of lilacs wafting through your screen on a warm summer's evening. Lilacs aren't difficult to grow if you give them plenty of water and plant them in full sun.


With their blooms of vibrant patterns and paddle-shaped leaves, canna lilies will add a riotous amount of color to any garden. Since they can be difficult to grow from seeds, cannas are usually grown from rhizomes, known as "tubers".


Asiatic lilies are easy to care for and thrive in a variety of climate zones. They do need a period of cooler temperatures to overwinter, so they aren’t the best choice for locations that are warm year-round.


Strawberries have shallow roots, so it is easy to grow them in pots, both indoors and out. You can place your strawberry plants on a balcony, patio, or indoors in front of a sunny window.


Crisp, juicy tomatoes are a favorite among many container gardeners. Tomatoes require large pots to grow in and usually need the support of a tomato cage or other staking system in order to reach their full potential.


Here is an adventurous way to grow strawberries!


Homegrown strawberries are full of flavor and freshness. As both a food and a decorative plant, strawberries are perfect for growing in the garden or in containers, and if you've got children, they'll find that strawberries are one of the easiest and most rewarding plants to grow.


Soft fruits make wonderful container plants. Most people know about growing strawberries in container but there are many other soft fruits that are ideal for containers.


Redcurrants ( Ribes rubrum  syn.  Ribes silvestre ) are available in both red and white (or light rose) colors. They can be grown as a bushy shrub or espaliered on a wall or other structure, depending on the level of effort you're prepared to put in.


Scuppernongs, also known as muscadines, are a type of grapevine native to the southern United States. With a moderate amount of effort, these grapes can usually be grown in a backyard garden.


If you live in a warm climate and do not experience harsh winters, you can grow tropical passion fruit at home. The plant can be a little finicky and needs room to spread out, but with enough attention and care, it will provide you with a steady yield of delicious fruit.


Quince is a fruit related to the apple. It grows on small trees. Perhaps you have tasted quince products and are now interested in growing quinces yourself.


If you have ever wondered whether it's possible to grow tasty pears from the little seeds in your regular fruit, you'll be excited to learn that this is indeed possible.


Sunflowers have many uses such as for producing biodiesel and cooking oil. But the best use of a sunflower is to brighten up your garden during the sunnier months of the year, or even to brighten the greenhouse or a sunroom any time of the year.


Nothing says "summer" quite like the taste of a sweet, juicy raspberry. Raspberries are relatively easy to grow in both cool and warm climates as long as they get full sunlight, which they require to thrive.


Researchers and nutritionists are discovering numerous benefits from the consumption of pomegranate fruits and fruit juices.  [1]   The bright red fruits also add eye appeal to a fruit salad and other recipes.


Not to be confused with papayas, pawpaws (or paw-paws) have an elusive taste similar to that of vanilla custard. With the right care, you can grow your own!


Bearded irises tend to become crowded every two to three years and cease to produce good blooms.  [1]   Division and transplanting allows the clump to rejuvenate and also provides a way to multiply your iris.


Daffodils are a sure sign of  Spring , but sadly, their bloom time is so brief. The good news is that a resurrection in the next season is quite possible.


Kiwifruits, also known as simply "kiwis," are a popular type of edible berry that grows on vines in temperate regions. While each vine can produce hundreds of pounds of fruit, it typically takes anywhere from three to as many as seven years for these plants to reach maturity.


Dahlias are tubers that are native to the mountains of Mexico, Central America, and Colombia. They do best in cool, humid climates with long summer growing seasons.


Whether you've been given a bouquet by a very special someone or you're new to gardening and just put in some new beds, wikiHow has your back! Flowers are a beautiful reminder of all of the color and happiness in our life.


Have you ever wanted to grow your own grapes? Grapevines are both beautiful and useful, and are one of the oldest plants to be cultivated. Grapes are typically reproduced from cuttings or grafts; however, if you are determined (it's hard!)


Lanzones, also known as langsat, is a fruit tree that grows in Southeast Asia. Lanzone trees bear a rounded fruit called duku, which tastes like a combination of grapes and grapefruit.


Goji berry, wolfberry, matrimony vine, and gou-gi-zi are all common names for  Lycium barbarum . Goji berry plants have been grown and used in China for centuries.


Semi-translucent green in colour, gooseberries ( Ribes grossularia ) are ideal for dishes requiring a crisp acidity to complement either sweet or savoury dishes.


Cambogia Garcinia is considered to be a natural medicine capable of helping with weight reduction in the human body. [  citation needed  ]  The fruit of this plant contains hydroxyl critic acid, which is known as an appetite suppressant. [


Moss roses, also know as Portulaca, are succulents. This means they are excellent flowers for a dry climate, since they store water well. They also are very easy to take care of after you get started.


Fruit trees make a lovely addition to any garden, but there are a number of things one should keep in mind prior to making a purchase. Start with Step 1 below for more information.


Figs are popular fruits that are eaten fresh or dried, and included in baked goods and preserves. Figs are grown from fig trees, and grow well in the southern and western United States (USDA hardiness zones 8-10), as well as Mediterranean and northern African locations, where climates are temperate and dry.


Make the most of the roses growing in your garden when their flowering season comes to an end. There are many fantastic uses for roses, including using their scent, flavor, and beauty.


Roses by themselves are beautiful when they're flowering but what about when they are not? During the scraggly months when the rose bed is bare and the rose bushes have no leaves or flowers, it doesn't always look as aesthetic as you might wish it to be.


Climbing roses come in all sizes, ranging from miniatures that grow to only one to two feet tall to the huge Banksian rose that grows to a height of 15 to 20 feet (4.6 to 6.1 m) or more.


Parsley is fairly easy to grow and even easier to harvest, but in order to get the best yield and flavor, there are a few protocols you should observe.


With today's online flower delivery services it is possible to send a number of different flowers for a number of different occasions. While roses are most recognized as a symbol of love, they can also represent friendship, adoration, appreciation, and even death!


Yarrow ( Achillea millefolium ) is a perennial that grows low and has small heads of flowers atop dense, dark green foliage. The leaves appear fern-like.


Betony or wood betony ( Stachys officinalis ) is a perennial herb that is used for making tea and for creating a dark yellow (chartreuse) dye. It is a good ground cover herb with attractive foliage.


Vietnamese mint  ( Persicaria odorata ,  Polygonum odoratum ) is a perennial herb that has a delicious flavour and mild fragrance. It is easy to grow in the garden or in a container.


Valerian is a pungent plant, known for its medicinal properties as much as its large blooms. Although it can be difficult to germinate, it is generally considered a hardy plant that returns year after year in zones four through nine.


American cress is a rich, leafy herb that grows well in mild and warm climates. This plant is rich in vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy and common salad plant.


Thyme is an ancient herb used in cooking and gardening. It produces attractive, aromatic foliage and can thrive in almost any climate. In colder climates, thyme is a hardy perennial, so it will survive the winter and live for several years.


Tarragon ( Artemisia dracunculus ) is a much-favored culinary herb, with leaves that have a slight anise flavor. It is a perennial herb, with a growing season from late spring to early fall.


Elderberry ( Sambucus nigra ) is a sign of summer in Europe and Britain; when the flowers blossom, summer is said to have arrived, and when the berries are ripe, summer is drawing to a close.


Grow, Harvest and Preserve Garlic in a Braid

If you're like me, you eat garlic everyday of the week. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, bring it on! This is exactly why I needed to learn how to grow, harvest and preserve my own garlic, so that I could eat it all year round.


Cranberries are a tart, red berry most commonly used in a variety of sauces, pies and juices. They are also a popular addition to salads and are eaten in dried form as a snack.


After buying blueberries at the store for so long, you may wonder how you can grow your own at home. It is easy to grow any of the three major varieties of blueberries in your backyard, depending on the climate you live in.


Growing cherries does not necessarily require that you have a green thumb or extensive gardening experience. There are a few essentials, however, that are needed in order to successfully grow cherries.


Hybrid-trailing berries, boysenberries are like a cross between blackberries and raspberries in taste and growing style. They're a delicious berry that suits both dessert and baking uses; here is how to grow your own in a home garden.


You can grow apples from seed, but keep in mind that the type of apple tree you end up with might not be the same as the seed you planted.  [1]   For example, if you plant a Granny Smith apple seed, you might not end up with a Granny Smith apple tree.


Blackcurrants ( Ribes nigrum ) are an acquired taste when eaten fresh; they're a flavour not everyone relishes. Yet, when turned into a drink or made into jam, they're delicious!


Watermelons are a tasty summer fruit that you can grow at home in your backyard. In Japan, a tradition has started where people grow ornamental watermelons that are completely square, and you can do this as well with your own backyard watermelons.


When the blackberries come on, you know it's time for summer. Though they grow wild in many areas of the world, the cultivated varieties produce distinctively dark berries that are juicy and sweet, and usually larger than their wild cousins.


Having your own apricot tree ( Prunus armeniaca ) in the garden is a pure delight. Being able to go down and pick ripe, really fresh apricots is a sensation that no bought apricot can ever replicate.


Aloe vera is both popular and easy to grow, provided you understand the level of water and sun that mimics the hot climate this plant thrives in. Unusually for a succulent, the aloe plant cannot be grown from a leaf cutting, and instead is typically propagated by detaching younger clone plants from the base of the adult plant or from the joint root system.


Water tumeric   {Curcuma longa}   is propagated by root or rhizome cuttings and is easy to grow indoors and out! Turmeric is a tropical plant and needs temperatures between 68 °F (20 °C) and 86 °F (30 °C) as well as a considerable amount of rainfall to thrive.


The African Horned Melon {Cucumis metuliferus}, which also goes by the nicknames of Kiwano or Jelly melon, is hardy in zones 10 and up and can be directly sown or cultivated in containers.


Flaxseed is high in fiber and Omega-3 fatty acids, as well as phytochemicals called lignans. One tablespoon of ground flaxseed contains 2 grams of polyunsaturated fatty acids, including Omega-3s, and 2 grams of dietary fiber.


Lavender can grow in abundance under the right conditions, and taking cuttings can be an ideal way to spread more lavender around your garden. This article provides advice on striking the lavender cutting.


Lavender is an herb in the mint family that produces small purple flowers and thick, aromatic foliage. Lavender grows best in sunny areas in rocky soil and forms into shrubs that come back each year.


So you bought an herb plant thinking you could save money and gain a constant supply of fresh herbs just to find that glorious herb wilted later that day (or the next).


Having your own herb garden is a great asset to any home. Not only do the fresh herbs taste better, but you end up saving money by having spices right at your fingertips.


Regrowing garlic is fast and easy, and a useful trick to turn sprouted useless cloves into a full bulb!


One of the most rewarding gardening tasks is planting and tending an herb garden. Planting herbs can save you money in the long run, because it keeps commonly used herbs on hand for cooking.


Growing your own garlic is easy to do in most climates. It has a long growing season, but at the end you'll have a fresh crop of garlic to store for the winter or share with friends.


Herbs are plants that are used for medicinal or culinary uses. Unlike many plants in a garden, they can be continuously harvested. If you like to cook, then having fresh basil, rosemary, parsley or cilantro can be both rewarding and money-saving.


An herb garden contains plants that can be used to flavor recipes and treat minor ailments. After you have planted herbs in a garden or in pots on a windowsill, it's important to indicate exactly where the herbs are planted.


A boutonniere is usually worn for special occasions such as a wedding, official event or a funeral. an Herb boutonniere is a simple idea suitable for those who don't like much fuss or for when you don't want a flower.


How many times do you get beautiful roses only to dread that they have to die? Well, it is possible to plant those beautiful roses in your own yard.


Artemesias are not known so much for their flowers as for their foliage and often, their floral attempts detract from their overall look in the garden.


Training roses on a trellis is a great way to produce abundant rose blooms year after year. Once the rose is trained to bloom horizontally, the plant will produce more blooming canes than in its traditional bush form.


For avid fans and growers of roses, there is nothing more disheartening than having a rose bush die on you. However, before uprooting the little guy and throwing him away, there are steps you can take to possibly revive your rose bush to its former glory.


White Meidiland roses (Rosa “Meicoublan” White Meidiland) are shrub roses with a low, ground-cover type growth habit. They grow to only one to two feet high but spread to a width of four to six feet.


Parsley that looks limp, dry or bedraggled doesn't inspire the kitchen garden chef to use it. Keep your homegrown parsley in great condition by doing the following.


Pruning a rose bush can help encourages new growth and blooms, but it must be done properly. This wikiHow will show you how to prune rose bushes the correct way.


Knockout roses are a relatively low-fuss rose variety, but they still need regular pruning in order to maintain their beauty and health. You need to prune the plants once in the early spring and, to a lesser degree, throughout the entire growing season.


Rosa rugosa —also called "rugosa rose," "Japanese rose," or "Ramanas rose”—is a variety of shrub rose. Each season, these roses produce a single flush of flowers, ranging in color from white to deep pink.


Hybrid winter roses (Helleborus x hybridus), also known as hybrid hellebores and hybrid Lenten roses, are herbaceous perennial plants that brighten dreary winter gardens with flowers from mid-winter to mid-spring.


Drift® roses (Rosa x hybrid) are miniature roses with good disease resistance that bloom non-stop from spring through fall, with an occasional rest to set new flower buds.


Roses (Rosa spp.) of all types, including tree roses, should be pruned in late fall, late winter or early spring just before they begin to put on new leaves.


Some gardeners will tell you that it’s impossible to overwater a rose. That’s not in fact true but these plants certainly won’t tolerate drought too well.


Climbing miniature roses require specific pruning attention to ensure that they continue to grow healthily.


Roses are flowering perennial plants prized for their beautiful flowers, which are made up of delicate and layered petals. One of the best ways to propagate new roses is to take a cutting from an existing plant and grow it into a whole new rose bush.


Sage ( Salvia officinalis ) is a hardy perennial (in zones 5 to 9) that tastes aromatic and slightly bitter. It is easy to grow, only having three major requirements - plenty of sunshine, good drainage and good air circulation.


Rosemary is a dark green herb used for decoration, cooking, and aromatherapy. Most gardeners prefer growing it from cuttings, but the plant can also be grown from seed.


Sorrel is a lettuce-like plant with arrow-shaped leaves. It has a fresh, lemony taste that complements salads and can be made into a creamy soup. Once established in your garden, sorrel is a hardy plant that requires little care apart from watering and weeding.


Rue is a shrubby perennial on a woody base. It has very aromatic leaves and is an attractive herb whose dried leaves can be strewn about your home to repel insects.


Rosemary is a fragrant herb that adds tremendous flavor to meat, vegetables, and other dishes. It does fairly well when grown indoors in pots and containers.


The Christmas rose ( Helleborus niger ) is sometimes used as a pretty addition to Christmas floral bouquets because it is year-round flowering. If you wish to preserve this flower, here is how.


St. John's Wort ( Hypericum perforatum ) is both a beautiful perennial herb with lovely yellow flowers and one that has come to prominence recently as a medicinally useful herb in the treatment of depression.


Oregano is an herb commonly used in Italian dishes. It is a hearty plant that provides lovely ground cover in addition to its uses in the kitchen. It can be grown both in your home and outside, which means that no matter where you live, with a little time and care, you could be enjoying fresh oregano of your own.


Patchouli is famous for its spicy, earthy, complex aroma. It has jagged, green leaves with small white flowers. A relative of the mint family, patchouli became popular as a fragrance during the 1960s and is often associated with hippie culture.


When working your own herb garden, you have a choice between planting annual herbs and planting perennial herbs. Perennial plants are plants that typically live for more than 2 years, whereas annual plants are plants that die every year and need to be planted again.


Mugwort is the common name for Artemisia, a perennial herb used since the Iron Age in medicine, cooking and brewing. It grows easily in most of the temperate world and though it is classified as a weed in some places, it's commonly planted in herb gardens.


Mint is a plant which doesn't take up much of your time or space. It will add freshness and aroma to your apartment and makes a great source of leaves for culinary and other purposes.


Marjoram ( Origanum majorana ) was called the "herb of grace" by Shakespeare. It's a perennial herb originating from the Mediterranean; in colder climates, it's grown as an annual.


Orris root ( Iris  x  germanica  var.  florentina ) is a rhizomatous perennial iris. When dried and prepared properly, it has the aroma of violets and is commonly added to potpourris.


Mountain pepper ( Tasmannia lanceolata ) is a native to Australia and is grown in Tasmania, Victoria, and south-eastern New South Wales. You can grow it at home too; here is how.


Strawberry seeds are located around the exterior of the flesh. You can harvest them in order to plant your own strawberries. There are several ways to harvest the seeds, including scraping, blending, and drying.


Mint is a tasty, versatile herb that can spice up a fruit salad, lamb or fish dish, or even a glass of iced tea or a cocktail. Mint comes in many different varieties, each of which is easy to maintain and lasts for many years if cared for properly.


If you are like many homeowners, you may have planted fruit trees in your yard as an attractive and useful way to increase your property's value. Although growing fruit trees may seem like a challenge to some, taking proper care can ensure that each tree reaches its growing potential.


Get the Best from Your Fruit Plants and Trees Through Feeding and Mulching

To ensure our  Fruit Plants And Trees  yield the best crop each year one of the things we must do is to ensure that soil around our Fruit Plants And Trees is in good condition.


This article explains what to do to fertilize your homegrown blueberry plants successfully, by adjusting to improve the soil acidity, using healthy plants and ensuring that they are well positioned to ensure that the bees and other insects pollinate them with ease.


Mulberry trees are large members of the Moraceae family that range in height from 30-50 feet. While some mulberries come in the form of small bushes, the fruit-bearing types are large trees.


Watermelons ( Citrullus lanatus ) grow on vines with large crinkled leaves. They love heat, and will grow rampantly once established without too much attention.


Grow Strawberry Runners With Big Root Balls

For new strawberry plants, you can let runners root themselves into the soil. When the runners are big, you'll need to dig them up and replant them.


Grapes are certainly a multi-purpose fruit, being used for wine, baked goods, jams, and for eating fresh off the vine. With their ability to grow in many places around the world, they are a great addition to any garden.


Choose Suitable Home Crop Plants to Grow over a Pergola

Pergolas are wonderful to use as an outdoor entertaining and resting area. They can also serve as an easy stand for growing home crops–the dual benefit of shade and food crop makes trying this method very worthwhile.


Dwarf pineapples are an ornamental rather than an edible fruit. It can be found in upscale food markets. You can use them in flower arrangements or even as exotic drink stirrers.


Rose of Sharon is a fairly large shrub with big flowers that usually blooms in shades of pink, white and purple. It’s a low maintenance shrub that tolerates pollution, making it a good choice for front gardens on busy roads.


Have you ever gotten a rose from someone special and wanted to preserve it? Whether you want to keep a huge bouquet for a display or a single rose for sentimental reasons, make sure to be careful when handling dry flowers.


If you're not keen on raising strawberry plants from seeds, buy a strawberry plant from your local nursery to place in your garden. To pick the right strawberry plant for your needs, you must know the difference between June-bearing, everbearing, and day-neutral varieties.