These bi-colored flowers, called Daylily Frans Hals, are beautiful. They would make a great addition to your garden in the summer with their fun, sun-like color. Coral Bells Citronelle is a great plant to add to a small garden. It’s leaves are shaped so uniquely and it changes colors slightly in the sun versus […]
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12 Beautiful Flower Beds That Will Inspire
Flower beds are one of the most beautiful and inspiring things that can pop up in the summertime. I absolutely love them! They make me so happy and excited for the great weather! In honor of my love for flower beds, here are some great ones that are sure to inspire! This flower bed with […]
What to Plant in the Fall- Fall Planting Guide
Some people think that, once the first day of fall hits, they’re gardening and outdoor activities are done for. While some things do come to a halt when the temperature drops, it’s not necessary to pack away all the gardening tools. Here are a few great plants for fall that can keep you out in […]
5 Tricks to Make Your Roses Bloom
Are you throwing a party but having difficulty with decorations? Last minute flowers are a good idea, but a major problem is that they don’t have time to open up fully and show their bright colors. Here are some quick and easy tricks to get your flowers to open up quickly and liven up the […]
10 Winter Friendly Plants for Your Outdoor Areas
When winter starts to come, lots of people think they have to let their garden die and simply deal with the browns, grays, and occasional whites that come with winter. However, that’s not the case! Here are a few winter friendly plants that you can grow in your outdoor area to get all sorts of […]
The Best Fall-Blooming Flowers for Your Yard
When fall comes around and our summer and spring flowers begin to die, it can get pretty depressing. However, there’s no need for the sadness and colorless yard to stick around. Here are a few of the best fall-blooming flowers that will brighten up your yard and your day! Toad Lily This flower actually […]
15 Plants That Give You the Most Bang for Your Buck
Let’s be honest, while gardening can be a great hobby, it can also be expensive sometimes. When it comes to buying seeds and bulbs, starting up a plant, getting planters and fertilizer, and so many more things, it can all really add up. And being cheap and stingy on gardening supplies never works well, either. […]
13 Flowers for the Southwest Desert
1. Hummingbird Mint: smells like bubblegum and, as its name suggests, attracts hummingbirds Photo from Schmoker 2. Cleveland Sage: very aromatic, can be dried and burned as incense Photo from ASU 3. Popcorn Cassia: can grow up to 7-10 feet, smells like popcorn (although some say it smells more like peanut butter) Photo from Landcraft Environments […]
9 of the BEST Plants for Arbors, Trellises, and Archways
Cover up your bare archway, arbor, pergola, or trellis with one of these incredible climbers! They are sure to add not only aesthetic beauty but incredible fragrance too, making your garden an irresistible place to relax. For all the details about where and how these plants grow best, check out this great resource from the […]
9 Curb Appeal DIY Projects
We’ve all heard the saying “first impressions last forever”, and your house is no exception. Make sure your home exudes beauty, fun, and craftiness with these nine great ideas to spruce up your curb appeal. Hide the Hose Gardening is great, but having that nasty hose lying […]