7 Unusual Flowers to Plant in September for Next Spring
Add character to your garden with seven unusual flowers that establish well in early fall and return with color, texture, and pollinator appeal.
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When to Cut Back Coneflowers for Healthy Blooms
Learn when to cut back coneflowers, when to leave them standing, and how to trim them in spring or fall for healthier plants and winter interest.
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5 Perennials to Leave Standing Until Spring
Some perennials look better, help wildlife, and protect themselves when left alone in fall. These five are best cut back in spring, not autumn.
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7 Flowering Plants That Stay Beautiful in Winter
These garden favorites bloom beautifully and then keep earning their place with seedheads, stems, berries, and texture long after summer fades.
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Passionflower Privacy Screen: Fast Growth for Fences
A passionflower privacy screen can turn a plain fence into a lush, flowering backdrop while attracting pollinators and handling summer heat with ease.
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How to Grow Zinnias for Nonstop Summer Color
Learn how to plant, care for, and deadhead zinnias so they bloom generously from early summer until frost in sunny beds and containers.
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How to Grow Wild Bergamot for Pollinators and Color
Learn how to grow wild bergamot, a hardy native perennial that feeds bees, attracts butterflies, and adds airy summer color to sunny gardens.
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Pink Dandelion: How to Grow Crepis rubra in Your Garden
Pink dandelion, or Crepis rubra, brings the airy look of a meadow flower to borders and pots, with easy care and plenty of pollinator appeal.
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How to Hand-Feed Hummingbirds Safely and Successfully
Learn how to hand-feed hummingbirds with the right feeder, safe nectar, and a calm setup that helps these tiny birds feel comfortable.
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Pair Japanese Anemone With Ninebark for Fall Color
Create a long-lasting border by pairing airy Japanese anemones with bold ninebark foliage for color, texture, and late-season garden interest.
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Best Lavender Varieties for Every USDA Growing Zone
Choose the right lavender for your climate and you’ll get stronger plants, better blooms, and richer fragrance that lasts for years.
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7 Fast-Growing Flowers to Plant in August for Fall Color
August isn’t too late for color. These quick-blooming flowers can brighten beds, borders, and containers well into fall with the right timing.
