Ornamental Gardens
Ornamental gardens are, first and foremost, gardens that look good. What makes your garden look good is totally up to you, and luckily there are almost countless ornamental plants to grow.
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7 Flower Seeds You Can Throw Down in November and Forget Until Spring
Calling all lazy gardeners with big dreams for 2026; these low-maintenance flower seeds are exactly what you’re looking for…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Christmas Cactus Care: How to Grow and Make Schlumbergera Bloom Indoors
Brighten winter with the vibrant blooms of a Christmas cactus. Learn how to care for this tropical beauty and keep it flowering year after year.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Magnolia Tree Reblooming? Here's Why Your Spring Flowers Are Back in Fall & What It Means for Next Year's Blooms
Is your magnolia blooming in fall? Unexpected fall flowers may surprise gardeners, but there's no need to worry. Here's why it happens and what you need to do.
By Tyler Schuster
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Boost Your Curb Appeal By Planting These 5 Trees Along Your Driveway – They're Pretty in Every Season
Give your guests a warm welcome with these 5 trees that stay beautiful all year long.
By Teo Spengler
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When and How to Cut Back Daylilies for Healthy Blooms Next Year – Expert Tips for Success
Learn when and how to cutback daylilies. Pruning daylilies properly will tidy up your garden while giving plants a boost to thrive next year.
By Tyler Schuster
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6 Plants You Should Always Prune in November (and 1 to Save Until Spring)
Pruning in November? These are the plants that deserve a little TLC this month…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Why You Should Never Plant This One Beautiful Flowering Tree – Plus, 5 Varieties to Grow Instead
The empress tree’s purple blooms and fast growth seem appealing, but this plant has a dark side. Here's why you should never plant one and what to grow instead.
By Tyler Schuster
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Hydrangea Meaning: The Fascinating Symbolism Behind One of the World's Most Popular Flowers
Explore the rich symbolism of hydrangeas, from their Greek name ("water vessel") to their conflicting meanings in Japan and Europe.
By Teo Spengler
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This is How Much You Should Cut Your Roses Back in the Fall (and Exactly When to Do it)
Timing is everything when pruning roses if you want those magnificent blooms next summer…
By Kayleigh Dray
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Do This One Thing to Your Hostas in Fall for Lusher, Greener Growth Next Year
Hostas might be the ultimate low-maintenance plant, but they still need some TLC in the fall...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Japanese Maples Aren’t Just for Fall – These Ultimate 4-Season Varieties Dazzle All Year Long
Japanese maples are prized for their fall foliage, but they can look gorgeous all year round. Here are the best 4-season beauties for continuing Japanese maple color and character
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Experts Say These 7 Popular Plants Are Overrated – Here’s What to Grow Instead
From classic mums to hybrid roses, we asked our experts which plants aren’t worth the hype – and, more importantly, what to plant instead.
By Kayleigh Dray
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This Bold New Hydrangea is the Unexpected 'It' Plant of 2026 – Experts Say It’s Set to Become a Garden Border Hero
A hydrangea that shimmers like a living jewel? Sign us up, quite frankly…
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to Store Elephant Ear Bulbs to Grow Again Next Year: A Step-by-Step Guide
Interested in learning how to store elephant ear bulbs over winter? Just follow these simple steps to save tubers for years of lush, tropical foliage.
By Amy Grant
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Are Your Peonies Ready for Winter? Don't Forget These 3 Fall Jobs for Gorgeous Blooms Next Year
Make sure your peonies are primed for the most voluptuous and vibrant blooms next year! Effective peony winter care starts now – with these 3 core fall tasks for the ultimate blooms
By Janey Goulding
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How to Divide Tulip Bulbs for More Spring Color Year After Year
Learn how to divide tulip bulbs and when it's necessary. Tulip enthusiasts eagerly anticipate spring’s arrival, but thriving bulbs rely on autumn preparation.
By Tonya Barnett
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How to Store Bulbs Over Winter: Best Tips for Blooming Success Next Spring
Learn how to store bulbs over winter so you can have the best blooms next year. Follow these simple rules to ensure that you have success overwintering bulbs.
By Mary Ellen Ellis





