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Design Ideas for Fall Containers and Gardens
Just because the calendar says its fall doesn’t mean you have to stop gardening. Here are some planting ideas we found on a recent trip t...
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Container Gardening Magic
Have you ever noticed that gardening is contagious? How if one person in a neighborhood fixes up their landscape it doesn’t take long for...
Before-and-After Patio Makeover Ideas
With just a few plants and decorative elements, it’s easy to transform your favorite patio space into a lush sanctuary. We’ll show you ho...
Beautify Your Favorite Spaces with Beautiful Tropical Plants
Beautiful tropical plants are ideal for adding color and interest to your favorite spaces. See some of my favorite ways to decorate with ...
All Decked Out With Mandevilla
Adding color and drama to a deck or patio is simple. Just fill a large container with a tropical mandevilla vine that’s already trained o...
6 Reasons to Love Salvias
There are so many reasons to grow salvias. See six!
10 Water-Wise Plants Anyone Can Grow
These plants practically thrive on neglect! They're perfect for the forgetful gardener, traveler, or the person looking for beauty withou...
10 Things to Do in Your Garden in May
As gardening season ramps up, use these tips to ensure a beautiful landscape. By Doug Jimerson
Season-by-Season Guide to Annual Flowers
Instant impact! That’s what you get when you plant annual flowers in beds, borders, and containers. Here's a seasonal guide to care and u...
Shades of Summer: Decorate for the Season
Decorate your deck, patio, balcony, or other outdoor space with easy-care, heat-loving Shades of Summer flowers.
Purple Garden Ideas
Purple is wonderfully versatile: From light lavenders to rich, royal shades, purple flowers have a place in every garden. Check out these...
Second-Wind Summer Containers: Reassess, Replace, and Revive
If your late-summer containers are looking a little worn out, make some colorful replacements.
Porchscaping: French Country
French country is a casual front-porch style that encourages a mix of plants, flowers, fabrics, and time-loved vintage furnishings. By Ka...
November Gardening Tips
Make sure your garden is ready for winter with our easy November gardening tips. By Justin Hancock
October Gardening Tips
Looking for ways to make sure your yard is ready for winter? Check out our easy tips for October! By Doug Jimerson
Perfect Pansies
Pansies are sure-fire plants for fall gardens. Get our tips for growing and gardening with pansies.
North and Central Florida Gardening Guide
If you’re lucky enough to live in North Florida, then you are blessed with lots of sun, a good bit of rain, and a long growing season. He...
Pastel Flowers for Romantic Porches
Add containers of yellow, blue, and pink flowers for a soft glowy vibe.
Make an Easy-Care Yard
It's garden-planning season. Plan to add no-fuss cacti and succulents to get a beautiful yard that’s super easy to care for.
Mixing Perennials with Annuals to Make Colorful Combos
Perennials and annuals can make beautiful (and colorful) partners in the garden.
Impatiens News
Whenever a plant problem makes the news, gardeners tend to have a lot of questions. So what does impatiens downy mildew mean to you and y...
Kentucky Gardening Guide
Dig into our Kentucky Gardening Guide and get tips and ideas to keep your yard looking its best.
Lay Down a Carpet of Color
Get easy, full-flower coverage in gardens, patios, and containers with Drop and Grow® plants. By Karen Weir-Jimerson