You get a lot of bang for the buck with these showy plants. A small investment can pay big rewards in curb appeal. Having a beautiful garden takes time and effort, but you don’t have to break the bank ...

Dyers say pigments can imprint a favorite color on clothing, quilts or even yarn and give them a way to connect with nature ...

When selecting plants for an outdoor space, it’s easy to let your eyes do the picking. While pots of bold, colorful flowers ...

Summer heat won't stop these annuals! Plant these 16 tough bloomers for nonstop color in beds, pots, and borders even during ...

Like dill, annual marigolds, especially French marigolds, are often grown as companion plants in food gardens to attract beneficial insects and keep pests at bay. Not only do these plants appeal to ...

With warm soil and just-warming air temperatures, June is the perfect time to get these annuals, herbs, and vegetables into ...

"Because it blooms late into the season, there is some speculation that Monarchs feed on it late, and it impacts their ...

Nighttime in the garden brings activity from moths, bats, and other evening pollinators. Learn more about nine night-blooming ...

It's an annual, so sow from seed each year. The blooms open greenish-white and turn purple as they age. Rhodochiton has exotic-looking purple flowers and is best raised from seed each spring. Solanum ...

Flowering annuals are often enjoyed in planters and gardens due to their beautiful colors and textures, and are a quick, easy way to elevate your home's front yard to entice potential buyers.

Do you wish you had a garden full of vibrant blooming flowers, but your backyard or patio doesn't exactly have an abundance of sunlight? That doesn't mean your garden dreams can't come true. You just ...