How to Grow and Care for Hardy Cyclamen in the Garden

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Hardy cyclamen are herbaceous perennials that provide weeks of fragrant, red-toned to white flowers in autumn, winter, or early spring. Superb for shade gardens, the slow-spreading tubers form charming drifts that thrive under deciduous trees and shrubs. Learn how to grow and care for hardy cyclamen in this guide.

69 Incredible Edible Flowers and How to Use Them

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You may be surrounded by edible flowers without even knowing it. Dianthus, begonia, and forsythia? Edible. Forget-me-nots, yuccas, and gladiolus? Delicious. Whether you want a little something to act as a colorful garnish, or you’re serious about using flowers to add flavor to your recipes, there are so many options.

17 Best Flowering Perennials That Will Grow Almost Anywhere

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Perennials return year after year with none of the replanting work that comes with annuals. From easy-care classics to showstopping bloomers, the right varieties will thrive across a wide range of climates and conditions, filling borders and beds with color. Discover 17 of the best flowering perennials in this guide.

How to Grow and Care for Creeping Avens (Geum Reptans)

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Creeping avens is a standout ground cover with sunny yellow flowers and distinctive cotton candy-like seed heads that shine from summer into fall. Hardy in USDA Zones 4 through 8, it thrives in rocky, well-drained soil and feels right at home in a rock garden or cottage garden border. Learn how to grow Geum reptans now.

Learn How to Grow and Care for Shooting Star Wildflowers

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Shooting star is an early spring wildflower native to eastern and central North America, where its rarity has earned it protected status in numerous regions. It prefers partially shaded fertile prairies and open woodlands, and is well-suited to Zones 4 to 8. Learn how to grow and care for Primula meadia in this guide.

Tips for Growing a Native Wildflower Landscape at Home

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Have you considered planting native wildflowers in your garden or yard? Using a palette of well-adapted plants, you can design and grow a local wildflower landscape to fit your gardening style and growing conditions. Find the best tips on how to plan and plant your own unique, native wildflower garden in this guide.

15 of the Best Flowering Ground Covers for Your Landscape

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Need an alternative to grass under a shady tree? Do you have a slope that’s hard to mow? Ground cover plants offer a low-maintenance alternative to the carpets of lawn to which we have become accustomed. Learn about 15 of the best flowering ground covers for your unique property in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Edelweiss Flowers

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Edelweiss (Leontopodium nivale) is a beautiful Alpine wildflower, native to the rocky limestone slopes of the European Alps made famous by The Sound of Music. It produces clusters of woolly white star-shaped blooms in summer above silvery felted foliage. Learn how to grow edelweiss flowers in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Dutchman’s Breeches (Dicentra)

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Dutchman’s breeches (Dicentra cucullaria) is native to the woodland floors of eastern North America. Its delicate, fern-like foliage and clusters of white pantaloon-shaped blooms emerge in early spring, disappearing by summer as the plant goes dormant. Learn how to grow this charming spring ephemeral in this guide.

How to Grow and Care for Crinum Lilies

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Crinum lilies are highly prized in summer gardens for their clumps of lush, strappy foliage and upright flower scapes loaded with scented, funnel-shaped blooms. As cold-tender perennial bulbs, they can be potted up for cultivation outside of their hardiness range. Learn how to grow crinum lilies in this guide. Read more.

How to Stop Alliums from Taking Over Your Garden

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Some alliums like garlic, chives, and ornamental flower types can become unruly in the garden, rapidly spreading where we don’t want them. These plants reproduce by seeds, bulbils, and roots, and they can quickly take over an area if left unchecked. Learn how to control allium spread in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Tiger Lilies

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Tiger lilies produce bold orange flowers with dark spots and recurved petals from mid to late summer. These Asian natives grow two to five feet tall with lance-shaped leaves. Hardy in Zones 4 to 8, they thrive in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. Learn how to grow tiger lilies in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Ageratum (Floss Flowers)

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Ageratum, or floss flowers, are versatile annuals with a long season that adds color to beds, borders, and containers – and perfect for cutting as well. Cut regularly, they produce a steady supply of adorable, densely clustered moptop flowers in tones of mauve or blue. Learn how to grow ageratum in this guide. Read more.

Learn How to Grow Vibrant Diascia (Twinspur)

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Diascia produces clouds of colorful blooms from spring through fall in shades of pink, coral, apricot, and red. These compact trailing annuals grow six to 18 inches tall with a spreading habit ideal for containers, hanging baskets, and border fronts. Learn how to plant and grow twinspur in this guide. Read more now.

Learn How to Grow Candytuft (Iberis)

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Candytuft (Iberis) produces clusters of fragrant flowers in white, pink, or mauve shades on compact plants perfect for edging, pots, ground cover, and rock gardens. They offer extended bloom time from spring into fall and are drought resistant once established. Learn how to grow candytuft in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Chinese Lantern in Containers

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Chinese lantern aka bladder cherry is an eye-catching perennial with papery orange husks that resemble glowing lanterns in late summer and fall. The plant spreads aggressively through underground rhizomes, which is why many gardeners grow it in containers. Learn how to grow Chinese lantern in containers in this guide.

15 of the Best Annuals for Late Summer Color

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Annuals add gorgeous color, form, and fragrance to our gardens. But some finish blooming before summer’s over, or they can’t handle the heat. To make sure your beds, borders, and containers look good all summer long, choose from the top picks on our list for color that lasts. Read the roundup now on Gardener’s Path.

9 Reasons Your Crocus May Not Bloom

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Are your crocus corms failing to produce blooms, or maybe they’re not even pushing foliage through the ground? If you’re not seeing flowers by mid-spring, you know something’s up. But what could it be? This guide will introduce the nine most common reasons why your crocus might fail to bloom. Read more now.

15 of the Best Daffodil Cultivars for Naturalized Plantings

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Are you designing a landscape filled with drifts of naturalized daffodils? Make sure you choose the best cultivars for your planting to succeed. You’ll need vigorous bulbs, and varieties that you’ll be happy to see each spring for decades to come. To discover 15 of the best daffodils for naturalizing, keep reading.

17 of the Best Multiheaded Tulip Varieties for Your Garden

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Picture a tulip. I bet you imagined a single flower at the end of a stalk, right? If so, it’s time to get to know bouquet tulips. Multiheaded tulips are plants that produce several blossoms from a single bulb, so instead of a solo flower, you can grow a whole bouquet on one plant. Here are our picks for the best ones.

21 of the Best Azalea Varieties for Your Garden

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Bright and beautiful, azaleas add gorgeous colors in spring, summer, and fall. Tidy, low maintenance shrubs, they’re suitable for light shade to full sun and sparkle in borders, containers, foundations, flowering hedges, woodland edges, and more. Discover 21 of the best azaleas for your garden and yard in this guide.

19 of the Best Fragrant Flowers and Shrubs to Grow in the Garden

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Are you looking for scented flowers to grow in your garden or liven up your patio containers? Heady, intoxicating, sweet, fruity, and spicy, the scent of a flower is incomparable! In this guide, we roundup 19 of the best annuals, perennials, and shrubs that provide incomparable scent when they are in bloom. Read more now.

25 of the Best Early Spring Blooming Flowers

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Rejuvenate the bare gardens of winter with the fresh blossoms of spring. Discover 25 of the best early spring flowering bulbs, perennials, and shrubs. Boost your curb appeal and welcome visitors with bold, vivid colors that invigorate, or pastels that soothe. Say goodbye to winter and find your new favorites now.

How to Grow and Care for Moth Orchids (Phalaenopsis)

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Phalaenopsis orchids are fantastic. They’re incredibly elegant, yet despite their delicate appearance, they aren’t all that fussy or tender – tougher in fact than most other orchids, and many other plants in general! But they have unique care requirements compared to other common houseplants. Learn more in our guide.

How to Grow Hellebores, the Winter-to-Spring Sensation

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If you’re looking for unique perennial flowers, hybrid hellebores are for you. Also known as Lenten roses, they’re perfect for moist, shady locations in the garden, and reward with cheerful blossoms in late winter and early spring. Learn how to cultivate these evergreen early bloomers in this guide. Read more now.

When to Plant Spring-Flowering Bulbs

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Many of our spring-blooming flowers sprout from bulbs planted in the fall. Favorites like crocus, daffodil, and tulip must spend the winter beneath the cold ground, storing energy for their debut when warm weather returns. Read on to find out how late you can plant bulbs in the fall for a spectacular spring display.

How to Grow and Care for Red Hot Poker (Torch Lily)

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An easy-care perennial, red hot poker features lush blades of grass-like leaves and stately, torch-like flowers in fiery shades of orange, red, and yellow with a tropical vibe. They’re actually cold hardy plants that are unfussy and drought resistant. Learn how to grow and care for red hot poker in this guide. Read more.

Clematis Winter Care: Protect Your Vines from Freezing and Frost

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Clematis vines add long-lasting beauty to the garden from spring to fall. But not all varieties can survive freezing temperatures and some require a bit of protection to make it through cold snaps and hard frosts. Discover how to provide winter care for the different types of clematis in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Spathoglottis (Ground) Orchids

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Spathoglottis are easy-going terrestrial species that are also known as purple or ground orchids. The flowers are available in a variety of colors including colors, like white, yellow, red, pink, purple, and cream, depending on the species or hybrid. Learn how to grow Spathoglottis orchids in this guide. Read more now.

How to Lift Dahlias for Winter Storage

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Dahlias are spectacular, long-lasting flowers that add reliable color to the late season garden. But these plants are frost tender and don’t like wet feet. They need to lifted for winter storage and benefit from having their tubers divided in spring. Learn how to lift and store your dahlias during winter in this guide.

23 of the Best Types of Orchids to Grow as Houseplants

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Featuring fascinating flowers, many orchids can be grown indoors as houseplants. When you make your pick you’ll want your selection to be gorgeous, but also well-suited to your growing conditions. Which to choose? Learn about 23 different types of orchids to grow indoors and find your perfect match now. Read more.

Discover the Native Orchids of North America

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North America hosts a stunning diversity of native orchids. From Florida’s elusive ghost orchids hiding in swamplands to hardy lady’s slippers thriving in northern Canada’s frigid temperatures, these remarkable wildflowers span an incredible range. Learn about the fascinating world of indigenous orchids in this guide.

Winterizing Tiger Flowers: How to Lift and Store Tigridia Corms

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Tiger flowers (Tigridia pavonia) produce bright, eye-catching blooms in shades of red, orange, yellow, and pink, often with bold speckled patterns at the center. These tender perennials won’t survive winter temperatures in Zone 6 and below. Learn how to lift and store tiger flower corms in this guide. Read more now.

When and How to Plant Roses in the Fall

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Fall is the perfect time to plant perennials like roses. The weather is milder than in the summer, the plants have a chance to get established so they can take off next season, and you can find some real bargains. This guide walks you through the process so your plants will have the best chance at a healthy start.

How to Lift and Store Iris Rhizomes in Winter

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Irises add sumptuous colors, fragrance, and stately elegance to the garden and have excellent cold hardiness. But sometimes we end up with rhizomes that weren’t planted in the garden before freezing temperatures set in. To keep those roots healthy over winter, learn how to lift and store iris rhizomes in winter now.

15 of the Best Annuals for Vivid Fall Color

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Annuals provide some of the most vibrant fall color in gardens when perennials are fading and trees haven’t yet turned. Popular choices include chrysanthemums, bright pansies, and celosia. Ornamental kale and Swiss charge add foliage interest. Learn about 15 of the best annuals for vivid fall color in this guide.

15 of the Best Double Hellebore Varieties for Your Garden

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Nothing shows that spring is on the way like the nodding heads of hellebore flowers in the snow. If you eagerly anticipate these hardy late-winter perennials, prepare to fall in love. Read on to discover 15 of the best double hellebore varieties with robust blossoms in irresistible colors. See our favorites now.

13 of the Best Crocus Varieties for Your Garden

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Nothing brightens the spirit better than a field of early-spring crocuses. Did you know that there are numerous varieties to choose from? Some are deer resistant, others are extra hardy, and with their colorful hues, all are gorgeous. Learn about 13 of the best crocus varieties for your landscape in this guide. Read more.

Hellebore Classification: A Guide to the Different Types

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Perennial hellebores add color to the late-winter garden, when many plants are still dormant. There are numerous varieties and each has unique characteristics. Some are more common in the home garden, while others are quite rare. Learn more about the classification of the Helleborus genus in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Delightful Dahlias: A Late Summer Standard

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Looking for reliable, bold color for the late season garden? Delightful dahlias are a perfect fit. From dwarf cultivars to jumbo dinner plates, and in almost every imaginable color, these dazzling tubers flower consistently from summer until they’re felled by frost. Learn how to plant and grow dahlias in this guide.

11 of the Best White Aster Varieties for Your Garden

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The aster is a daisy-like perennial that adds height and texture to gardens from late summer to fall. You may be aware that these flowers are available in shades of blue, pink, and purple, but did you know that you can also find white varieties? Learn about 11 of the best white asters for your garden in this guide.

11 of the Best Pink Aster Varieties

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If you want to add a touch of pink to your landscape, vigorous asters bring bold swaths of color, texture, and vertical interest to late summer and fall gardens. Discover 11 outstanding varieties, from ballerina pink to sizzling magenta, for beds, borders, containers, and carefree meadows in this guide. Read more now.

13 of the Best Yarrow Varieties for the Home Garden

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Need a quick fix for barren ground? Plant yarrow. This low-maintenance, sun-worshiping perennial thrives in poor soil and rewards with vivid color. Choose low-profile or statuesque cultivars in colors like salmon pink, burgundy, neon yellow, and rusty orange from our list of 13 of favorites in this guide. Read more now.

Dahlia Flower Types: A Guide to Groups and Classification

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Dahlias are bright, beautiful flowers that are much loved in the late season garden. And with such a marvelous selection of colors, forms, and sizes to choose from, deciding which type is best for your garden can be tough. Learn about the different types of dahlias and how they are classified in this guide. Read more now.

15 of the Best Native Blue Wildflowers for Your Landscape

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Blue native wildflowers bring vibrant color to gardens while supporting pollinators and enhancing biodiversity. These hardy plants are adapted to local climates, making them easier to grow and maintain than many non-natives. Discover 15 of the best native blue wildflowers in this guide. Read more now.

29 of the Best Agapanthus Varieties for Your Garden

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If you want to grow tall, dazzling clusters of color why not plant agapanthus in your flower beds? These beauties are available in a diverse array of shades in blue, purple, and white. Some boast trumpet-shaped upright blossoms while others resemble pendulous bluebells. Discover 29 of the best agapanthus varieties now.

17 Awesome Amaryllis Varieties to Grow Indoors or Out

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Bright red or striped amaryllis are ideal for holiday decor and giving as gifts. But did you know there are lots of other great types of amaryllis, too? From double-blossoms, to extra large blooms, to those that resemble orchids. Discover 17 of the best amaryllis varieties and choose your favorites. Read more now.

15 of the Best Native Wildflowers for the US and Canada

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Native wildflowers offer a low-maintenance and waterwise way to bring beauty into your garden or yard. Some of these plants are widespread and very adaptable, making them excellent landscaping options for many gardeners. Keep reading to discover a selection of 15 of the best native wildflowers for the US and Canada.

17 of the Best Fuchsia Varieties to Grow in Your Garden

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There are hundreds of fabulous fuchsia varieties out there, from trailing to upright kinds and simple to full and frilly double flowers in multiple colors. The hardest part is choosing just one. This guide has 17 of the best options, from popular types to lesser-known varieties that can handle cold and resist disease.

Prevent Dahlias from Falling Over: Support Options for Your Plants

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Dahlias are a summer delight, their tall stems supporting a rainbow of flowers, from the symmetrical perfection of the pom-poms to the double blooms of the spiky cactus type. However, they need some support to look their best. We’ll go over the best ways to stake your dahlias in this guide. Read more now.

How to Plant and Grow Hollow Joe-Pye Weed

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Hollow joe-pye weed is a native perennial with pinkish-mauve flower clusters atop distinctive hollow stems that grow up to seven feet tall. This impressive plant blooms from midsummer through fall, attracting butterflies and beneficial pollinators. Learn how to grow Eutrochium fistulosum in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Single Late Cottage Tulips

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Extend your spring garden display with single late cottage tulips, with their tall stems and elegant, cup-shaped blooms. These May-flowering varieties bloom later than other types of tulips, adding height and lasting color to any planting scheme. Learn how to grow single late cottage tulips in this guide. Read more now.

Learn About 15 Different Types of Cyclamen Plants

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Cyclamen plants are showy perennials that brighten our homes and gardens with their jazzy, upswept pink-toned or white flowers and handsome, variegated foliage. Many species are cold- and frost-tolerant and spread readily in shady spots. Learn more about 15 different types of cyclamen in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow False Indigo (Baptisia)

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The blue, white, or yellow spires of false indigo open in late spring, bridging the gap between peonies, poppies, and midsummer’s colorful annuals. Slow-growing and deep rooted, this gorgeous North American native is drought-tolerant and easy to care for. Learn to grow these tenacious flowers in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Kiss-Me-Over-the-Garden-Gate (Prince’s Feather)

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Add bold vertical color to your beds with kiss-me-over-the-garden-gate aka prince’s feather. This fast-growing, low-maintenance annual thrives in rich soil and full sun, sending up tall stems topped with pendulous plumes of vibrant pink flowers. Learn how to grow Persicaria orientalis in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Golden Garlic (Allium Moly)

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Golden garlic (lily leek) is a stunning ornamental bulb with vibrant yellow, star-shaped blooms that rise above clumps of blue-green foliage. This low-maintenance perennial thrives in sunny spots and naturalizes beautifully in borders, rock gardens, and woodland edges. Learn how to plant and grow Allium moly in this guide.

How to Grow Flower-of-an-Hour (Hibiscus trionum)

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The flower-of-an-hour plant produces delicate blooms that last just a few hours, yet it offers an extended flowering season from summer through fall. This unusual hibiscus is easy to grow but has a tendency to spread, making proper care essential. Learn how to plant and grow Hibiscus trionum in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Italian Jasmine

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Italian jasmine is an easy-care plant with long, arching branches that burst with bright yellow flowers from late spring through fall. It tolerates drought, heat, and a range of soil conditions, and can be trained as a shrub or vine to suit your space. Learn how to grow and care for Italian jasmine in this guide.

How to Grow and Care for Dyer’s Woad

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Dyer’s woad (Isatis tinctoria) has been an invaluable plant throughout history, once prized for both its medicinal uses and its ability to produce a striking blue dye. Today, it’s enjoying a modern revival, especially among natural ink and dye makers. Learn how to grow this fascinating plant in this guide. Read more now.

How to Plant and Grow Mexican Zinnias

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Looking for a reliable, low-maintenance flower that delivers nonstop color? Mexican zinnias are compact, vibrant, and perfect for borders, containers, and cutting gardens. Less common than their taller cousins, they’re just as eye-catching and incredibly easy to grow. Learn how to grow Zinnia haageana in this guide.

Is Lily of the Valley Toxic to Humans or Animals?

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Don’t let its delicate beauty fool you, lily of the valley is highly toxic to both people and pets. This innocent-looking perennial contains glycosides and saponins that can cause heart problems, digestive issues, and even death if ingested. Learn more about lily of the valley toxicity in this guide. Read more now.

21 of the Best Flowers for Weed Control

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Most of us would rather avoid weeding our gardens. One method for deterring unwanted plants is to grow dense annual or perennial flowers that crowd them out. Plus, you can enjoy a stunning floral display in return! Discover 21 beautiful options, from vibrant dianthus to versatile yarrow, in this guide. Read more now.

Why Isn’t My Bird of Paradise Blooming? 7 Common Causes

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Bird of paradise is loved for its bold foliage and striking, bird-like blooms. But when those flowers never appear, the impact falls flat. From low light and drought stress to poor soil and cramped roots, we explore seven common reasons these plants fail to bloom – and how to fix them – in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Care for Tea Plants (Camellia Sinensis)

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Camellia sinensis is an evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves and white flowers that bloom in spring. Best known for being the plant grown commercially for producing tea, it thrives in mild climates and can grow as a compact hedge or small tree. Learn how to grow and care for tea plants in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Himalayan Blue Poppies

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The crepe-like, sky-blue flowers of the Himalayan blue poppy are a focal point in the early summer garden. These herbaceous ornamentals prefer a shady setting in Zones 5 to 7 with well-draining, organically-rich soil. Learn how to cultivate Meconopsis species in your outdoor living space in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Jasmine: Learn How to Care for Jasmine Plants

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Beloved for its heady scent and dainty, pinwheel flowers, jasmine is best known as a tender perennial vine that makes an excellent climbing specimen in the summer garden. But it can also grow indoors and there are winter-flowering species as well. Learn how to grow jasmine in the garden in this guide. Read more now.

What Are the Different Types of Petunia Plants?

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Colorful and long-blooming petunias come in many types, with different growing habits and flowers of various sizes. Our guide explains 5 common categories of petunias, including one with oversize blooms, ground cover options, and self-cleaning varieties that don’t require any deadheading. Discover your favorites now.

How to Grow Gladiolus in Containers

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Gladiolus are loved for their bold, upright flower spikes with ruffled blooms in rich, vibrant colors throughout summer. And they make superb potted plants when the right varieties are matched with an appropriately-sized pot. For dazzling container gardens, learn how to grow gladiolus in pots and planters in this guide.

When and How to Prune Fuchsia Plants

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Pruning is one of the most important parts of producing a big, beautiful display of fuchsia flowers. Without proper pruning, your plants will eventually stop producing as many blossoms as they used to. The process isn’t difficult, but knowing when and how to do it is key to enjoying your biggest show of flowers yet.

Growing New York Asters: How to Care for Michaelmas Daisies

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If you are looking for perennials for the summer-to-fall landscape, New York asters have plenty to contribute. In white, as well as bold shades of pink and purple, they are star attractions in mixed mass plantings that include black-eyed Susans, coneflowers, and goldenrod. Read on to learn how to grow Michaelmas daisies.

How to Grow California Tree Poppies (Coulter’s Matilija Poppy)

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The California tree poppy is a woody perennial suited to Zones 8 to 10 that prefers full sun and sandy, well-drained loam. Plants grow up to eight feet tall and sport whimsical white ruffled blossoms with golden centers resembling fried eggs bobbing in the breeze. Learn how to grow this Pacific Coast flower in this guide.

How to Plant and Grow Eye-Popping Zinnia Flowers

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Want eye-popping color all season long? Grow zinnias. These impressive annuals feature large colorful flowers that continue blooming throughout the summer, attracting hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies to the garden. Continue reading for information on how to grow and care for zinnia flowers.

How to Identify and Correct Iron Deficiency in Roses

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Iron deficiency is common in roses, resulting in yellow leaves with green veins and a general decline in plant health. It can also leave your rose susceptible to pests and diseases. While it’s an extremely common issue, don’t lose sleep over it. It’s easy to diagnose, and once you do, we can help you work on a cure.

When and How to Deadhead Coneflowers (Echinacea)

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Coneflowers are daisy-like perennials for USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 9. They bloom from late spring to early fall in an array of colors, and attract a host of pollinators and birds. Read on to learn if it’s beneficial to deadhead spent blooms to promote more flower production, or if you can skip this chore altogether.

21 of the Best Companion Plants for Coneflowers

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Coneflowers (Echinacea) are robust perennials that light up summer-to-fall landscapes with daisy-like blossoms. They thrive in full sun with rich, well-draining soil and low moisture. Discover 21 of the best companion plants with similar cultural requirements to grow with these low-maintenance wildflowers in this guide.

Cheer Up! Solutions for Sunflowers That Droop

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Why are your sunflowers drooping? Whether the flowers are facing the ground or your seedlings are slumped, you can use these tips to play detective and possibly revive them. Causes include pests, transplant shock, and seed heads forming. Learn ways to spot trouble and possible solutions with this handy guide.

How to Design a Perennial Garden

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Perennial gardens feature plants that return each year, providing long-lasting color, fragrance, and texture without the need for replanting. With thoughtful planning, they can offer visual interest from spring through fall. Learn how to design and plant a perennial garden in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow Stock: A Cottage Garden Staple

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Are you looking for a flower that evokes images of Victorian ladies with parasols in their cottage gardens? One that adds rich color and fragrance to beds and borders? Matthiola incana, commonly called stock, is the perfect choice. Learn all about this timeless classic and how to grow it in this guide.

How to Grow Cosmos in Containers

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Cosmos are an excellent choice for container growing for many reasons. You can have a pollinator-friendly display of blooms that needs little maintenance, grows quickly, and may return year after year from tubers or seeds. Prepare that pot and start reading to learn all about growing cosmos in containers.

Learn About Training and Tying Climbing Roses

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A fence, wall, or arbor covered in the flowers of a climbing rose is an incomparable sight. Training the plant well in the first place is key to success down the road. This guide walks you through training your rose the right way to establish a healthy, beautiful plant that will perform well for years to come.

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Lamb’s Ear

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Lamb’s ears is a perennial ground cover that’s easy to grow in well-draining soil and in full or partial sun. It features thick, silvery leaves and beautiful purple flowers, making it a good choice for landscaping. And its fuzzy foliage make it a popular addition to children’s and sensory gardens as well. Read more now.

How to Harvest and Use Edible Flowers

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Both beautiful in the garden and yummy in the kitchen, edible flowers are a treat for the eyes and mouth. If you grow them, you might as well harvest and use them! How exactly? In this guide, we cover all the details on how and when you can harvest them, plus some intel on storing these pretty palate pleasers. Read more.

How to Grow Love Lies Bleeding

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Whether you plant Amaranthus caudatus for its striking 2-foot-long red flower heads, for its medicinal properties, or to eat it for breakfast, you won’t be disappointed with this large tropical native that’s made itself at home in North America. Learn how to grow and care for love lies bleeding in this guide. Read more.

Learn How to Grow Snapdragons in Pots and Containers

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Not all flowers love growing in pots as much as they do the ground, but snapdragons do well in containers. Our guide will teach you how to find the right pot, cultivar, soil, and location for your flowers so that they thrive. We’ll also show you how to plant and maintain your fabulous flowers. Read more now.

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Bushy Aster Flowers

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The bushy aster is a shrubby native perennial with masses of tiny flowers that bloom in late summer to early fall. It is suited to cultivation in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 8. Numerous varieties and cultivated hybrids make it an intriguing plant. Read on and discover what bushy asters can contribute to your landscape.

21 of the Best Flowers for Mass Planting

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Grouping flowers together in mass plantings based on color, texture, height, or bloom season is a great way to make a big impact. Create borders or fill in expansive areas to break up wide stretches of lawn for a lush, appealing look. Discover 21 of the best flowers for planting en masse in this guide. Read more now.

Learn How and When to Deadhead Daisies

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Daisies of various types offer masses of cheerful blossoms that open randomly instead of all at once on the laziest, haziest summer days. With an easy gardening technique called deadheading, you can keep your flower patch looking its best at all times. Read on to learn how easy it is to deadhead throughout the season.

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Impatiens Flowers

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Impatiens are ready for their comeback. The once incredibly popular shade-lover has fallen out of favor over the past decade since downy mildew began wiping it out across the UK and US. But growers have found new techniques to help prevent this disease, and resistant cultivars are popping up on the market. Read more.

Are Marigold Flowers Edible? Yes, and Here’s How to Use Them

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Are marigolds part of your culinary repertoire? They should be! These flowers make a nice addition to a variety of savory dishes, and desserts too. Use them in tomato or cucumber salad, egg or chicken dishes, or a sandwich. Amp up homemade biscotti or a trifle. Learn how to make the most of edible marigolds now.

How to Grow and Care for Hollyhock Flowers

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Growing hollyhocks is rewarding for people and pollinators. They offer a beautiful spectrum of picturesque petals, making them a must-have for any floral garden! And you only need to plant them once to see them return for years to come, via self-sowing or seed saving. Learn how to grow and care for your own hollyhocks.

How to Grow and Care for Chinese Lantern

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Chinese lantern is a charming ornamental that will bring a touch of whimsy to your garden. The papery, red-orange husks of this perennial come into their full splendor in autumn, providing bright fall color, and can be used in bouquets or dried arrangements. Keep reading to learn more about growing Chinese lantern.

15 of the Best Zinnia Varieties to Grow in the Garden

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Ready to grow your own zinnias but you’re not sure which ones to pick? A huge variety of cultivars are available today, heirlooms as well as hybrids of several different species. You’ll find single and double blooms, bicolors, patterned petals, and solid colors. We’ll help you choose – read our roundup now.

Is Bee Balm Invasive? Learn How to Control Monarda

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Bee balm (aka Monarda) is one of the most popular plants in North American gardens, but it’s also one of the most likely to get out of control. Is it worth it? With careful placement, the right strategy and tools, and a bit of time, controlling bee balm is easy and worth the effort! Read more to learn our top tips.

How to Grow Lily of the Valley: Your Planting and Care Guide

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Finding the right flowering plants for your shade garden can be problematic, and early blooming and fragrant varieties can be few and far between. Luckily, there’s lily of the valley, a happy-to-spread and pleasantly scented addition that fits in those neglected corners of your flowerbeds. Read more on Gardener’s Path.

How to Grow and Care for Snapdragon Flowers

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Snapdragon is the perfect addition to cutting gardens. Spiky heads loaded with blossoms add height and structure to flower beds and floral arrangements. Did you know it blooms from the bottom up, for long vase life? Learn all about this old-time favorite and its modern color palette in this guide. Read more now.

How to Grow and Maintain Beautiful Climbing Roses

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Climbing roses give you the beauty of a climbing vine without the risk of damage to your property. Because they don’t have suckers or tendrils, they can’t grip onto things on their own. Plus, the canes aren’t aggressively strong like the stems of ivy or wisteria can be. Embrace this classic cottage garden beauty.

19 of the Best Agastache Varieties to Grow at Home

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Agastache is colorful, fragrant, and blooms for months with spikes of showy blossoms. If you’re looking for a good variety for your garden, there are a number of different types, including tasty Korean mint, colorful ‘Peachy Keen,’ and adaptable Kudos ‘Silver Blue.’ Learn about 19 of the best agastache varieties now.

How to Grow and Care for Prairie Onions

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Prairie onion is an ornamental native perennial with pretty, pink-toned, star-shaped flowers, and edible leaves and bulbs. Suitable for a variety of landscaping uses, including rock gardens, Allium stellatum is drought-tolerant, and thrives in a variety of soil types. Learn how to grow prairie onion in this guide.

How to Grow an Aromatic Chamomile Lawn

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Are you sick and tired of always having to mow the lawn? Instead, save time, money, and water by converting your grass yard to low-growing chamomile. Chamomile lawns improve the soil and attract pollinators while greatly reducing maintenance. Continue on to learn how to grow chamomile as a lawn alternative.

7 Reasons for Drooping Calla Lilies

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Calla lilies are known for their vivid tropical colors and glossy green or variegated leaves. At home in bright sunshine with organically rich, well-draining soil, these summer delights sometimes suffer from drooping stems. Read on to learn what causes calla lily stems to bend and how to address the underlying causes.