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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The Hidden Meanings Behind the Most Romantic Valentine’s Flowers
These beautiful blooms are in season for Valentine’s Day, and each one carries a love story of its own.
By Kayleigh Dray
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This is February’s Birth Flower – And How to Grow It From Seed
Give your February garden a delicate touch with its symbolic birth flower for a charming, long-lasting display.
By Kayleigh Dray
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6 Hardy Perennials to Plant in February – for a Dreamy Garden That Thrives With Less Effort
Now is the perfect time to plant these cold hardy perennials! Find out which low-maintenance beauties to sow this month for a dreamy garden come summer.
By Teo Spengler
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Pruning Bougainvillea the Right Way Is the Key to More Colorful Blooms – Here's How (and When) to Do It
Learn the basics of bougainvillea pruning from how and when to trim plants to the best gear to keep yourself safe when working with thorny vines.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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These 7 Big, Leafy Indoor Trees Give You the Benefits of Forest Bathing – When It's Too Cold to Get Outside
Reap all the benefits of forest bathing from the warmth and comfort of your own home this winter with these big, leafy indoor trees.
By Tyler Schuster
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Discover Your Birth Month Rose – and the Beautiful Meaning Behind Each One
Bold rambling rose? Generous golden bloomer? Here’s the rose that matches your birth month (and why it suits your personality best).
By Kayleigh Dray
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Planting Poppies in Containers for Easy Color and Huge Impact in Small Spaces
Poppies are surprisingly easy to grow in pots when a few basics are met, making them a great fit for balconies, patios, and compact corners that don’t have room for traditional garden beds. Here’s how to pot your own dazzling blooms
By Tyler Schuster
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These 5 Trending Flower Varieties Are Set to Be Big News in 2026 – Plant Them to Bring Your Borders Up to Date
Upgrade your garden vibe with eyecatching blooms that are sure to be a huge hit this year.
By Emma Kendell
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Plant These 6 Trees in February – They’ll Shape Your Garden for Decades and Now Is the Perfect Time to Get Growing
Somewhat unbelievably, February is actually a great time for planting certain trees. Plant these 6 fabulous trees and transform your landscape.
By Teo Spengler
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Pruning Rose Of Sharon – When and How to Trim for Years of Sumptuous Blooms
Prune your Rose of Sharon bush regularly to keep it compact and blooming well.
By Tyler Schuster
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How to Fertilize Bougainvillea for Bigger Blooms by Summer
The right bougainvillea fertilizer routine can mean the difference between tons of flowers and none at all. Here's how to get a profusion of colorful blooms.
By Tyler Schuster
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Start These 9 Flower Seeds in February for a Long‑Lasting Season of Color and Beauty
Dreaming of a dreamily colorful garden when the weather finally warms up? You've come to the right place...
By Kayleigh Dray
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Forcing Forsythia Indoors Will Give Your Home a Burst of Color in Late Winter
Forcing forsythia branches is a surefire way to make your home feel like spring even in the dead of winter. Learn the best way to cut and force forsythia.
By Tyler Schuster
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5 Simple Steps to Winter Prune Wisteria for Maximum Flowers Come May
A winter trim will direct this vine's energy into growing beautiful blooms: here’s exactly what to do for a great result
By Emma Kendell
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Exploding Trees? This Weird Winter Phenomenon May Sound Scary, But This Other Problem Is Actually Worse
In the depths of winter, your trees might make a sound like a canon blast. Learn about this phenomenon and an even more dangerous risk to trees in winter.
By Kathleen Walters
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Crown-Raising Trees Lets More Light Into Your Landscape – Here's How to Do This Simple Pruning Job
Crown-raising trees is an easy way to reclaim lost space under the canopy and invite sunlight back into landscapes that have gone dark. Here’s how to do it.
By Tyler Schuster
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The Earlier the Better Is My Sweet Pea Motto – Here's How I Sow to Get the Best Flowers on My Block
January is the sweet spot for planting sweet peas in winter – cool enough for deep roots, but early enough to beat the spring rush. Sow now for taller vines, richer fragrance, and longer summer blooms
By Tyler Schuster





