We all have that one neighbor who makes us look bad. Their lawn looks like it was manicured by tiny, green-thumbed elves, and their flower beds are a symphony of color and texture that make you weep ...

Tiny flowers, big impact!

Don’t panic if you’re staring at empty patches in beds and borders – just plant these plucky bloomers in May for effortless ...

Instant gratification is not something generally associated with gardening. It requires patience to plant seeds, nurture them, and wait for their little buds to form, but that’s not to say that ...

Spring has sprung — and if you feel you must have a green thumb to welcome new life into your outdoor space, think again. Anyone can cultivate a beautiful garden with a little guidance. And as Lindsay ...

As spring arrives in South Louisiana and Easter approaches, it has me thinking about which flowers and plants to add to our ...

Roman Gonzalez is the creator of the urban gardening blog MrBrownThumb, founder of the Chicago Seed Library, and a co-founder of One Seed Chicago. Perhaps the easiest way to bring big impact to your ...

Only have a patio or balcony, but want butterflies to visit? Grow this bright, diverse, nectar-filled, butterfly-beloved ...

Zinnia plants bloom constantly, especially if you deadhead the flowers regularly. The best way to know when to cut each stem ...

These easy balcony flowers thrive in containers, with picks for sun and shade plus tips for watering, wind, and making the most of your space.

The mythology of the iris dates back to Ancient Greece — the goddess Iris personified the rainbow and acted as the link between heaven and earth. Irises are among the most beloved and easy to grow ...

This sudden burst of spring weather inspired me this past weekend to step outside and refresh my pots, filling them with fresh flowers and a splash of colour. Spring is the perfec ...