Flowers
Who doesn’t enjoy flowering plants? Their intoxicating scents, eye-popping colors, fancy shapes and textures are truly beautiful. Yet, with so many flowers for the garden and types of flower gardens that can be grown, where does one start? No worries. Our flower gardening info will help you learn how to create flower gardens. From basic flower garden design to growing and caring for specific flowers, we’ll guide you. Don’t let the number of flower gardens and plants grown in them intimidate you. Instead, keep reading for tips on flower gardening.
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Mounting An Orchid: A Step-By Step Guide For Making Stunning Displays
Learn how to mount orchids like a pro with our expert guide. Follow the steps to create beautiful houseplant displays and help your orchids to thrive.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Which Milkweed Should You Grow? Best Milkweed Varieties For Your Area
Learn what types of milkweed will best support pollinators in your neck of the woods!
By Tonya Barnett
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How Much Humidity Do Orchids Need To Thrive? – Plus Tips To Boost Moisture Levels
Learn how much humidity your orchids need and easy techniques to increase moisture levels for happy and healthy plants with more vibrant blooms.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Pretty In Pink: 12 Of The Very Best Pink Flowers To Grow In Your Garden
From dewy marshmallow tones to richest cerises, there’s a pink plant to suit every taste. This selection of the best pink flowers can add grace and passion to all manner of plots
By Tonya Barnett
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10 Elegant, Edible Flowers For Cocktails
Edible flowers are the perfect garnish to pretty up your beverage. With or without alcohol, your cocktails will be sure to please.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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7 Flower Seeds To Sow In September For The Most Glorious Blooms Next Year
Discover the best annual and perennial flowers to plant in September, and reap the rewards next spring and summer.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Time To Transplant Peonies: Why Fall Is The Best Time To Move Peonies, And How To Do It Right
If you want the healthiest peonies, replanting is a great way to boost longevity. Here’s why fall is the best time to move peonies, and how to transplant them correctly.
By Tonya Barnett
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Grow A Butterfly Orchid – Keep Your Own Butterfly Orchid Flower
Ever seen a butterfly orchid flower and wondered if you could grow your own? Find out how to cultivate your own dazzling Encyclia tampensis specimen as a houseplant
By Tonya Barnett
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Want Bright White Blooms? 12 Best White Flowers To Grow In Your Yard
A bold splash of color may add interest – but the right whites infuse brightness, purity and class. Here are 12 of the best white flowers to add to your plot
By Tonya Barnett
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10 Destructive Rose Pests To Look Out For – Plus Natural Treatments For An Organic Garden
Beware these common rose pests and learn about natural ways to control them without harming the biodiversity of your garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Treat Orchid Root Rot – And Prevent Future Infections
Orchid root rot is a serious infection that can quickly result in plant death. Learn the signs to look for, how to save your plant, and avoiding a recurrence.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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8 Flowers To Plant In August – For Dazzling Blooms Next Spring And Summer
Start sowing flower seeds in August to fill your garden with robust and beautiful blooms next year.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Grow More Roses From Cuttings With This Easy Method For Foolproof Results
Learn the easiest method for propagating roses at home. Follow our step-by-step guide and you can "cut and forget" until new growth appears next spring.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Worried About Hibiscus Disease? 5 Common Problems To Watch Out For
Hibiscus disease can lay waste to some of the garden’s most delightful tropical plants. If you’re concerned, act fast – with this guide to the five most common
By Tonya Barnett
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Watering Hollyhocks: How And When To Water Alcea Rosea
They are some of the most statuesque, elegant flowering plants you can grow in beds and borders, so make sure you’re watering hollyhocks well to keep them looking their best
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Propagate Orchids: 4 Techniques To Grow Your Plant Collection
Propagating orchids is a fascinating way to make duplicates of your favorite plants. Discover how to grow new orchids through division, cuttings, and from seed.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Sarah Bernhardt Peony Care: How To Grow This Timeless Beauty
For timeless elegance and romantic allure, the showstopping Sarah Bernhardt peony is a stunning performer. Find out how to grow and cultivate this iconic flowering beauty
By Bonnie L. Grant