After the shorter days of winter, my spring garden has sprung into life and each morning I venture out to spot what’s emerging from the soil or starting to bloom. I’m enjoying seeing my majestic ...

MacCubbin gives gardening advice for Central Florida about the California poppy, magnolia, crape myrtle, kalanchoe, seed ...

As the name suggests, sweet pea is sweetly fragrant when blooming in spring. It’s also quite ornamental, thanks to the brightly hued pastel flowers of pink, purple and white. Give it something to ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Natasha McCrary, founder and owner of 1818 Farms, believes that zinnias are consistently the most ...

Having a garden that's in bloom year-round is the dream -- if only it were simple to accomplish. While you could certainly pop seasonal annuals in the beds, the cost and the effort quickly add up. To ...

Several annual and perennial plants can add a splash of color to your landscape in early spring. Consider planting ranunculus in a pot or basket for a stunning display of pastel colors. Chives, while ...

Lots of brightly colored flowering plants in a range of containers - Ira Niva/Shutterstock If you've been looking for ways to keep your garden from fading come midsummer, there's one must-plant flower ...

Ever walked by a house and thought, “Wow, that looks amazing”? Curb appeal is that magic touch that makes your home feel ...

There are few experiences in a garden that offer us the excitement of discovery like a hummingbird darting from flower to flower. But it’s not a matter of chance that you find these flying jewels in ...

Gardeners often overlook the fact that some of the cool-season bedding plants that can be planted now are wonderfully fragrant. Color always seems to be the dominant factor when selecting these plants ...

Boost the flavor and beauty of your landscape by adding a few ornamental edible plants to your garden beds and containers. Look for opportunities to substitute ornamental vegetables, fruit, herbs and ...