Six High-Value Plants Every Smart Gardener Should Buy
Former nursery experts reveal which plants give you the biggest bang for your money and actually multiply over time.
Perennials
Japanese Anemones: The Fall Garden Secret Everyone Is Planting
Discover why Japanese anemones are transforming fall gardens everywhere and how to grow them successfully.
Best Fall Flower Seeds to Plant Now for Spring Blooms
Discover 8 easy-to-grow flowers that thrive with fall sowing and need minimal care once established.
September Perennial Division Guide
Discover which garden perennials divide well now and which ones to skip.
Fall Plant Shopping: Save Big on Blooms
Garden centers are slashing prices in September. Learn which 10 perennials offer the best value and thrive when planted now.
Best Fall Plants for Bees and Butterflies
Five fall bloomers that feed pollinators when summer flowers fade and migration begins.
Fast Growing Container Plants for Season Long Color
Seven powerhouse plants that fill containers quickly and deliver stunning color from spring through fall.
Five Prairie Plants for Stunning Fall Gardens
Tired of drab September gardens? These five native prairie plants explode with color right when you need it most.
Beat Garden Drought: Best Plants to Buy Now
Late summer heat is wilting gardens everywhere. Here are the toughest drought tolerant plants that thrive without constant watering.
Skip Fall Pruning: Five Perennials That Bloom Twice
Leave these perennials standing through winter for extended blooms, texture, and wildlife habitat.
6 Plants to Prune in September for Fall Garden Health
Discover which plants need pruning in September and what to avoid. Master the timing to protect your garden.
Prairie Native Plant Gains Momentum Over Mediterranean Options
Rattlesnake master offers drought tolerance and beauty. Here is why gardeners are making the switch.
Plants That Bloom and Add Winter Structure
Maximize garden appeal beyond summer with plants that work double duty: striking flowers plus year-round interest.
Stop Fussing: Perennials That Thrive on Neglect
Six stunning perennials that look better when left alone, plus why this approach benefits your garden and wildlife.
Late Season Garden Bloomers That Thrive on Neglect
Discover 7 resilient plants that bloom from August through October with minimal care, plus why they matter for pollinators.
5 Tips for a Second Daylily Bloom Cycle
Extend daylily color into late summer with deadheading, reblooming varieties, and simple plant care techniques.
10 Plants That Survived Two Years Without Any Water
One gardener accidentally stopped watering a raised border bed, and the results were shocking.
Catmint Beats Lavender: 3x Longer Blooms
Catmint flowers three times longer than lavender without developing woody stems. Here is why shoppers should consider this superior alternative.
Two Fiery Perennials for Fall Color
Black-eyed Susan and red hot poker create a stunning color-blocked garden display through autumn.
Five Garden Flowers That Self-Seed Too Aggressively
Popular flowers that reseed so freely they can take over your entire garden landscape.
Forever Plants Over Trends: 7 Classics Buyers Should Know
Skip viral garden fads. These seven timeless plants deliver lasting beauty with minimal fuss and maximum results.
6 Drought-Tolerant Flowers for Hot Summers
Stop worrying about wilting gardens. These tough, colorful flowers thrive in heat and dry conditions.
8 Heat Tolerant Perennials to Plant in July
July is your last chance to plant these heat loving perennials for fall blooms and pollinator support.
10 Purple Flowers to Upgrade Your Garden Border
Top purple flowering plants that landscape designers trust to create stunning, pollinator-friendly gardens year-round.