The use of color in the garden is one of the topics that Orr, former editor-in-chief of “Better Homes & Gardens,” tackles ...

Creeping thyme ( Thymus spp.) is a fast-growing herbaceous perennial in the mint family. The low-growing plant, also called ...

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Several annual and perennial plants can add a splash of color to your landscape in early spring. Consider planting ranunculus in a pot or basket for a stunning display of pastel colors. Chives, while ...

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Tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, and other spring-blooming bulbs can generate one of the biggest color splashes of any flowering plant. However, the way most American gardeners tend to use them – a dozen ...

What perennial flowers would you suggest to plant so I can have color all spring, summer and fall? Most perennial flowers have a bloom period of three to six weeks. By choosing three or more different ...

Here are the best flowers to boost curb appeal on your small front porch or patio this spring and summer.

Chrysanthemums, so colorful and varied in their form, add vibrant interest to late summer borders and pots. They can be planted throughout the growing season as long as they’re given time, about six ...

My annual flower beds have not always been as pleasing as I would like. Could you give me some suggestions on choosing flower colors and color combinations? Many different color choices and ...

Temperatures remain warm but things are about to change. Fall will officially arrive Sept. 22 in the northern hemisphere since the sun will move south of the equator. The autumnal equinox for us is ...

April is rhododendron season here on the North Coast, a time when the sleepy, quiet shrubs suddenly pop with color. It’s flower party time as neighborhood yards become festooned with pink, white, ...