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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What to Do If You Have an Invasive Bradford Pear Tree Growing in Your YardIf you find a Bradford pear tree growing in your yard, it's important to act fast to prevent this highly invasive plant from spreading. Here's what to do.
By Laura Walters
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How to Grow Lilies for Dazzling Summer Blooms That Return Year After YearLilies are one of the most stunning flowers you can plant in your garden. Here's everything you need to know to grow your own.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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7 Perennials to Plant in May for Jaw-Dropping Color That Starts in Spring and Lasts All the Way Through SummerThese are my absolute must-plant perennials for May, if you want a colorful show that starts in spring and lasts all summer long.
By Teo Spengler
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Is Your Yard Too Small? These 6 Powerhouse Roses Only Need 2 Feet to ThriveDon't let a small yard stop you. These six mini rose varieties are perfect for pots and patios.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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7 Foolproof Plants for May – Grow Them Now and Transform a Hot Mess Garden into Something StunningIf your garden isn’t going to plan, May is your chance to reset...
By Kayleigh Dray
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This Absolute Unicorn Plant Promises Big Blooms, Fabulous Scent, and Serious Low-Maintenance BeautyA rare combination of bold blooms, rich fragrance, and repeat flowering, all in one easy-care shrub? Sign us up...
By Kayleigh Dray
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This Flower Glows in the Dark. No, Really! Here's How You Can Grow the World's First Bioluminescent Plant.The world's first bioluminescent plant is finally affordable! Snatch yours up before they sell out.
By Liz Baessler
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My Neighbors Love My Flowering Tree So Much They've All Planted One, TooIt marks the seasons better than anything else I’ve planted...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Ditch the Red Feeder – This Totally Unique Flower Evolved Just to Attract Hummingbirds, and It's Incredibly Easy to Grow!This vine's snail-shaped flowers are specially designed to fit a hummingbird's tongue. There's still time to plant it this spring and get hoards of hummers!
By Liz Baessler
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Feeling Lazy? These 9 Beautiful Plants Will Give You the Most Reward for the Least EffortIf you want a garden that looks amazing without constant upkeep, try these easy-breezy plants (they practically take care of themselves)...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Popular Zinnia Varieties Every Gardener Should Know and Grow at Least Once in Their LifetimeThere are so many types of zinnias now that picking which ones to grow is harder than caring for these low-maintenance beauties. Here are the top types to know.
By Tonya Barnett
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Don’t Wait! Plant These 9 Flower Seeds in May for Nonstop Summer ColorAll you have to do is direct-sow these seeds in May and you'll get months of summer color in return.
By Kayleigh Dray
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What to Do With Your Christmas Cactus Before Spring Ends – Miss This Window and It May Not Flower Again, but Get It Right for More Blooms Next SeasonDon't let your Christmas cactus go dormant without this essential reset. Follow these simple spring steps to ensure a lush, flower-heavy display next season.
By Tyler Schuster
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8 Gorgeous Perennials That Stop Weeds Taking Over Your Yard – Plant Them Early in Spring for Effortless Ground CoverJust because the growing season is underway, that doesn’t mean you need to spend the next few months weeding. Meet the 8 perennials that can keep beds, borders and pathways weed free – but act now, because the planting window is closing fast!
By Janey Goulding
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Underwhelmed by Your Fragrant Flowers? Scent-Stacking Is the New Garden Trend That Turns Borders Into a Wall of PerfumeTransform your garden into a living perfume blend. Discover how to balance top, middle, and base notes using aromatic herbs, roses, and night-blooming flowers.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Sow These 7 Lovely Heritage Flowers for an Easy Yard Refresh – You Only Have to Plant These Self-Seeders Once to Fill Your Beds with Color Year After YearIf you’re looking for easy color but you also appreciate the finer things in life, these heritage flowers are a timeless treasure that will save you loads of future planting time
By Teo Spengler
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How to Grow Cheyenne Spirit Coneflower for Bold Blooms That Last All SummerWith its sunset shades, first-year flowers, and easygoing nature, ‘Cheyenne Spirit’ coneflower brings long-lasting color and pollinator appeal to borders and containers – all with minimal care.
By Amy Grant





