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Flower Guides

Growing flowers in your garden spaces will transform your home into a private oasis. Our how-to articles on individual varieties, plus some nifty tips, will help you create a beautiful display for your home, no matter where your location or climate.

Turn your outdoor space into a profusion of living color!

Guide to Calendula Flower: How to Plant and Grow Calendulas

Flower Gardens

Glorious and edible, this easy-to-grow, bold annual with orange and yellow blossoms lasts all summer.

Hops

Flower Gardens

Cultivated for a millennium, hops are an integral component of one of America’s favorite pastimes: beer brewing!

How to Easily Plant, Grow, and Care for California Poppy

Flower Gardens

Wispy, bright California poppies conserve water and provide a spectacular display of long-lasting colors.

How to Grow and Care For A Lime Tree (Step By Step Guide)

Flower Gardens

Are you dreaming of plucking juicy, homegrown limes from your tree? Well, you're in for a treat! Growing and caring ...

How to Grow and Care for Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia spp.)

Flower Gardens

Birds of Paradise (Strelitzia species) are stunning tropical plants that can bring a touch of paradise to any garden. With ...

How to Grow and Care for Chaste Tree (Complete Guide)

Flower Gardens

The Chaste Tree, scientifically known as Vitex agnus-castus, is a stunning addition to any landscape with its lush foliage and ...

How to Grow and Care for Citronella Plant (Mosquito Plant)

Flower Gardens

Acclaimed for its distinctive citrus scent, the much-lauded Citronella plant, scientifically known as the Citronella Geranium, is a popular addition ...