Crape Myrtle (Lagerstromia) In bush or tree form, crape myrtle is a show stopper with its panicles of crinkly flowers from mid-summer to fall. Blossoms come in white, pink, red, and purple, and the ...

Native annuals have somehow gotten lost in the shuffle, likely because most of them aren’t readily available at the garden ...

Native insects have evolved along with native plants, so they recognize them as food. Filling a garden with exotic plants ...

Marigolds (Tagetes) are known for their vibrant colors and long blooming season, adding interest to your garden up until the ...

Who doesn't love seeing their garden filled with bright and beautiful blooms? To get more from your perennials, learn which ...

Flowers don’t have all the power to enliven a landscape. Here are 4 trees and other plants that do well in the coastal region ...

July is a great month for blossoms − on trees, shrubs and perennials. Here are a few of Henry Homeyer's favorite July plants.

As climate extremes intensify, plant breeders are taking a proactive approach to heat and drought tolerance without ...

Wondering if you've missed the boat on summer planting? Here are eight perennials that you can still plant in July.

Spring is a wonderful time of year. But spring isn't the only time plants are actively putting on a show. Spend a few minutes with me exploring some unique and fun trees you might consider that would ...

Salvias are sun-loving perennials that attract all kinds of pollinators, like hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees. To keep ...