Spider plants are one of the most commonly grown houseplants. They have lovely cascading leaves and are easy to grow, bounce back from neglect, thrive in low light, and produce adorable spider plant pups, often called spiderettes. No wonder these lush houseplants are recommended for beginner indoor plant enthusiasts! They have so many benefits: brightening up a dreary…
Learn how to start a dreamy cut flower garden dripping with colorful blooms right here! Imagine standing in your kitchen with a warm cup of coffee. The smell of lavender wafts through the window, and gorgeous roses dripping with morning dew smile at you from the garden. Colorful zinnias brighten the fence line, and a cutting garden…
Have you ever walked through a beautiful forest just brimming with life? A diverse array of vibrant green plants cover the forest floor, and light trickles through the overhead canopy of trees. The woodland setting is bejeweled with shade-loving flowers in sparkling pink, purple, white and blue hues. As a Northwest native, I know all…
It’s spring, and gardeners everywhere are starting to get the itch for colorful flowers. In my experience, the best plants are the ones that produce lots of booms all summer long! Luckily, there are many to choose from. Today I’m sharing my favorite perennial and annual plants that bloom the entire season and can tolerate…
These easy-to-grow cut flowers are perfect for beginner flower gardeners! And, these gorgeous blooms will be ready to harvest this summer. No waiting required- how wonderful is that! These fast-growing cut flowers will add charm to your garden and home. They are all perfect for beginner flower gardeners – so easy to grow. With a little…
If you are a beginner houseplant grower and need some easy indoor plants to get started with, you’ve come to the right place! These easy to care for indoor plants have several characteristics that make them perfect for a new gardener. Several of these plants are drought tolerant, meaning they can withstand a little neglect….
This is the complete guide to growing and caring for dahlia flowers! Dahlias are a spectacular cutting flower that come in a rainbow of colors and bloom endlessly. They are a favorite to florists and home growers alike. These perennials are easy to grow and care for, though specific varieties may need a little extra…
These easy-to-grow flowers from seed are a quick way to bring magic to your garden! With a toss of the hand and a flick of soil, these seeds will bring abundant blooms to your beds- many of them perfect for cut flowers. Planting flowers from seeds can save you a ton of money. One packet…
Learn all the tips on how to grow and care for lilac bushes here! Lilac shrubs burst with colorful blooms in mid to early spring, bringing romantic flowers and enticing fragrances to the spring garden. Famous for their vibrant purple buds and romantic scent, these shrubs are easy to grow! These enchanting spring flowers need…
Spring weather can be fickle, but you can count on an Easter cactus to bring color to your world! Learn how to grow and care for them here. Easter cacti bloom in early spring with candy-colored, star-shaped flowers. As far as houseplants go, they are truly a show stopper! These tropical bloomers hail from Brazilian…
Peonies are gorgeous perennials that add a bold splash of color to spring. After a decade of growing these delicious flowers, I’m excited to give you the best tips on how to grow and care for peony flowers. With their stunning blooms and fragrant flowers, peonies are a beloved addition to any garden. These lush…
Today we are sharing over 30 stunning cottage garden flowers to add whimsy and beauty to your flower beds. Imagine a quiet lane with a winding graveled path, blooms spilling over the edges in pastel pinks and purples… bees humming happily. Grab a picnic basket and fill it with cut flowers, then relax on…
Learn how to plant, grow, and care for hellebore here! With dusky pink, cream, and maroon hues, hellebore flowers bring rich color and beauty to the winter garden. Also known as Lenten Rose, hellebore are an early bloomer with evergreen foliage. They grace flower beds with their lovely flowers in winter to early spring, and…
Want bigger peony blooms? Learn how to create the best soil for peonies here! Peonies are beautiful flowers that light the springtime garden with generous blooms. You may not realize it, but one of the reasons why peonies look so stunning is because of the rich, fertile soil they grow in. That rich soil gives us…
I am so honored and excited to bring you this stunning Christmas Cactus flower inspiration, collected over the decades by a fellow plant lover! Krista Guinn is an avid holiday cactus grower who lives in Montana. She has graciously allowed me to feature her stunning collection of over 75 holiday cactus plants. Just wait until…
Learn all about the best fertilizers for dahlia flowers here. Dahlias are stunning flowers that produce hundreds of blooms through the growing season. These gorgeous flowers come in many colors, shapes and sizes and make wonderful cut flowers. But dahlias are heavy feeders, and if they don’t receive the right nutrients they will not…
Do you ever find yourself just aching for color in mid-winter? Me too, and that’s why I’m so excited to share this list of gorgeous purple spring flowers with you today. Fill up your yard with these beautiful spring blooms, and you’ll enjoy lovely purple flowers in your yard, containers, and rock gardens all spring. …
Learn how to repot a Christmas cactus here (luckily, it’s easy!). With gorgeous green clades and bright flower buds, Christmas cacti are irresistible tropical plants that can thrive indoors. Though easy to grow, sometimes you must discard old soil or give your Christmas cactus plants room to stretch their roots in a bigger pot. Damp…
The monotonous gray landscape of late winter leaves me yearning for color. Luckily, there are many early spring blooming perennial flowers that will brighten up the landscape year after year! Like a paintbrush brightening up a dull canvas, spring perennials paint hope each spring. From flowers like daffodils to lilac shrubs, these plants bloom every…
If you’ve owned a holiday cactus for any time, you’ve probably wondered, “How often should I water a Christmas cactus?” The answer lies in the specific growing conditions in which your plant is living and the quality of potting soil you’ve given it! Correct watering for a Christmas cactus will keep your plant lush and…