Sunflowers are among the most colorful and cheerful plants for gardens. They are quick to grow, attractive...
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Annuals
Growing sweet alyssum from seed: Add this bloom-filled annual to raised beds, gardens, and pots
Growing sweet alyssum from seed is a lot cheaper than purchasing flats of seedlings each year—it’s...
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New plants for your 2021 garden: Interesting annuals and perennials
One of the perks of being a garden writer is I sometimes get to trial new plants and seeds a year...
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Yellow perennial flowers: Add some sunshine to your garden
Sunshine in the garden is how I like to describe yellow perennial flowers. Ok, that may sound a little...
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Deer-resistant annuals: Colorful choices for sun and shade
Those of us who have a hearty population of deer visiting the yard know how challenging it is to keep...
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How to plant and grow a cut flower garden
While growing vegetables is my passion, I also grow a cut flower garden because I enjoy having a non-stop...
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