16 Tips to Better Flower Bouquets
For Style… 1. As a general rule, a bouquet should be about three times as tall as its vase. 2. Use blooms for both height […]
Annuals
5 Container Annuals You Can’t Kill
1. Wave Petunias Yes, your mom probably grows them—but these flowers are all new for new gardeners. They’re annuals that come in candy-coated shades—pink, purple, […]
8 ANNUAL VIOLAS TO GROW IN THE GARDEN ALL THE YEAR
Viola Sorbet Marina Babyface Lilac blue with a cream face, deep-purple blotch and clutch of whiskers, Viola Sorbet Marina Babyface is sweet beyond belief, and […]
A few essential tips for designing with annuals
As garden centers start to fill up with enticing displays of annuals, it’s easy to grab everything you can and think about where to plant […]
7 Secrets to Overwintering Tropical Plants
1. Store Smart Cut potted tropicals back one-third and overwinter them in a cool, low-light place like a basement. Tropical plant expert Michael Walek stores […]
Meadow foam
Light: Part Sun, Sun Type: Annual Height: Under 6 inches to 3 feet Width: To 2 feet wide Flower Color: White, Yellow Seasonal Features: Summer […]
20 Underused Annuals
1. Mexican sunflower Mexican sunflower Tithonia rotundifolia By late summer, many of the flowers that have colored the garden all season begin to look tired. […]
Annual Care Guide
Whether you grow annuals from seed or as started transplants, getting them planted right will ensure you have a beautiful display of flowers or foliage. […]
