Begonias are a huge group of plants that include houseplants and garden flowers. I’m a gardener, and while I like the weird and wonderful leaves that begonias grow on collectors’ and plant lovers’ homes, I love begonias in the garden. The flowers, the foliage, the drama, they rule the shade. Begonias are also surprisingly easy … Read more
A lot of my time spent in maintaining my summer garden is spent in deadheading. I’m always looking for plants that don’t need their dead flowers removed to put in my garden beds. Some plants, like daylilies, are very easy to deadhead. Their blooms are soft and come away from the plant stem easily. Others … Read more
Learn how to draw a great looking Aster with easy, step-by-step drawing instructions, and video tutorial. With their cheerful daisy-like blooms asters are a favorite flower for gardens floral arrangements, and art. Learning how to draw an aster flower is a great way to capture their beauty. In this simple, step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn how … Read more
Catmints are classic perennial plants that deserve a spot in any garden. Two of the most popular varieties are Purrsian Blue catmint and Walker’s Low catmint. But how exactly do these two garden favorites compare? In this in-depth guide, we’ll examine the key differences and similarities between Purrsian Blue and Walker’s Low catmint to help … Read more
Annual. Sunflower remains have been found in the Tabasco region of Mexico dating back more than 6000 years. Sunflowers are loved by people and birds for their seeds, and market growers use them to make cut flowers. They also add a fun touch to gardens. Sales soared in the spring of 2020. As our facilitator … Read more
Usually, tulips are planted in the fall, but this guide has expert advice and useful tips for people who missed that window or prefer gardening in the spring. We’ll show you every step of the way to make sure your garden is filled with bright colors, from the right way to plant to how to … Read more
Marigolds are a garden staple, prized for their bright golden and orange blossoms that bloom all summer long. But did you know there are many other plants that resemble marigolds? With their similar vibrant colors and shapes, these marigold lookalikes can make excellent substitutions or companions in your landscape. In this article, we’ll highlight some … Read more
Most gardeners know that bulbs like daffodils and tulips should be planted in the fall. But lily bulbs are different. You can find lily bulbs sold in both fall and spring. When is the best time to plant them, and how should they be grown? Find out about 4 types of flower bulbs that gardeners … Read more
Nothing is more fragrant than classic lilacs in spring. I am a lilac nut and have 21 different varieties growing in my yard. They are hard to stay inside when they are in bloom, unless you pick some to put in a vase. Lilacs (Syringa vulgaris, USDA Hardiness Zones 3-7) come from the mountains of … Read more
Country Living editors select each product featured. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Why Trust Us?. The sedum plant, also called stonecrop, comes in more than 300 different species. One of the most well-known is its variety called Autumn Joy. It is a great perennial plant with a straight stem, … Read more