Several annual and perennial plants can add a splash of color to your landscape in early spring. Consider planting ranunculus in a pot or basket for a stunning display of pastel colors. Chives, while ...

Spring is in the air! If you're anything like us, that means you're eager to get outside to dig in the dirt and add a little color to the yard after a long, dreary winter. If you didn't plan ahead ...

Starting seeds indoors in January can give you a head start on masses of summer blooms, especially for slow-establishing ...

From the brightly-colored and ubiquitous ruby-throated hummingbird to the more elusive, mountain-inhabiting calliope hummingbird, there are many of these tiny, fluttering birds that spend spring and ...

A beautiful flower garden may seem like it requires a lot of maintenance to flourish, and while this is true for some plants, others seem to take care of themselves. After becoming established, many ...

For the brilliant displays like this, you’ll want to plant your tulips and other bulbs about 2 inches deep. Courtesy Johnson County Extension The transition from summer to fall means the colorful ...

A pinnacle goal for every gardener is to have a flower bed that dazzles all season long. Some green thumb energy and great weather certainly help in that department, but certain flowers bloom extra ...

Colors enrich, beautify and unify our landscapes. When adding color to the landscape, we often rely on flowering bedding plants and perennials. However, they add considerably to the effort spent on ...

The winter blues are behind us and spring is in full swing. Americans are itching to get outside and witness the natural beauty of springtime. Whether you're planting your own flowers or visiting ...

Driveway garden borders are challenging. The soil dries out quickly beside the hot concrete, killing annuals. Try a hardy ...