Intense blue-purple flowers cover compact mounds of fine-textured foliage, creating jewel-like spots of color. Lobelia loves ...

The history of the gardenia in this country is intertwined with the botanical investigations of Alexander Garden.

Hostas Any “best of” shade list has to begin with hostas. This hardy plant is known for adding texture and color. While some hostas tolerate sun, those grown in partial shade usually produce the ...

Ornamental grasses are the best way to make a xeriscaping landscape look vibrant. Blue grama is one of the most popular ...

One of my favorite flowers found in the eastern conifer forests of Door County is the thimbleberry. It produces large, showy 1.5-inch white flowers in June on shrubs that grow […] ...

Don't grab the weed killer just yet. If you have weeds in your lawn, these are the five you may not want to get rid of.

Flowering shrubs are the secret weapon here. They show up reliably, deliver stunning displays, and keep working year after ...

Self-seeding flowers are not always a gardener's dream come true. Learn which 10 gorgeous blooms might become more trouble than they're worth in your yard.

Your front yard is your home's first impression, so of course you'd want to ensure it's a good one. From flowers to trees, ...

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

Good thing summer in the temperate zones is just one season. Aftereffects of the heat wave continue to emerge, with yellowing ...