Perennials in your cutting garden is a great way to have cut flowers that are low maintenance. A cutting garden does not always have to start from seed.

For perfect container plant combinations, we got advice from Sarah Raven, the Sussex-based author, grower, cook, and lifestyle guru. Here are her 7 top tips:

Zwiebelblumen in Töpfen unter Zierkirsche (Tulipa ‚Apricot Beauty‘, Muscari, Hyacinthus)

The Agapanthus, commonly referred to as the Lily-of-the-Nile or the African lily plant, displays large masses of striking blue or white flowers atop a tall and slender stalk. Learn more about this pla

My mind is still working through the experience of visiting a dozen open gardens during the Hardy Plant Society Study Weekend, which was held at Portland State University the last weekend in June. My garden, along with those of Carol and Jack Kelly, Fran and Sharri LaPierre and Vanessa Gardner Nagel, represented Clark County. More than 250 visitors visited our gardens. Touring local private gardens was a key element of the Hardy Plant Society Study Weekend. This is the best way for gardeners to experience another person's unique window on the world. While it's exciting to envision all the possibilities, it's also a bit overwhelming to return home and wonder how we can even begin to bring our own home and garden up to the new standards we have seen.

You Can Grow Peonies in Texas shares step by step how to grow peonies in zone 8. Even in clay soil, you can be successful.

Every year is challenging to someone. Looking back on 2017 as Thanksgiving and the holiday season careen toward us, gardeners may be tempted to lament the

Pteridophyllum racemosum is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade - shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained and rich soil. CHARACTERISTICS OF Pteridophyllum racemosum Plant type: perennial Plant family: papaveraceae Mature size: 8 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall Flowers: white blooms in spring Uses: rare, woodland garden GROWING CONDITIONS for Pteridophyllum racemosum USDA Zones: 5a - 9b Sun exposure: dappled shade - shade Watering frequency: even moisture Soil needs: well-drained and rich PURCHASING INFO We independently publish plant data to enable garden enthusiasts to search and filter plants from multiple nurseries at once. Depending on availability, you can purchase plants directly through us (fulfilled by trusted nurseries) and via links to reputable online retailers. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases.

Just today I was able to go out into the garden and cut flowers for our dining table (photo above). It's comfort to my soul to be able to grow flowers for our own home.

I am excited to share that The National Garden Bureau has chosen the allium as the bulb of the year! They pick one annual, one perennial, one bulb crop and one…

Here are some suggestions for xeriscape gardens with drought-tolerant plants, which feature design alternatives to lawns and traditional landscapes.

Create a beautiful yard with these creative landscape ideas with big impact.

The first thing that strikes me on entering garden designer Beth Chatto's gravel garden in Essex early in the morning is the scent of herbs. Thyme? Marjora

Petworth is known for its Capability Brown parkland, open to the public, but in the private gardens, Caroline Egremont has created an exquisite and intimate sanctuary within a series of garden rooms.

Outdoor Steps One of the best ways to create a visually interesting outdoor living space is to play with changing levels in your design

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Celosia’s unique flowers will make you look twice! Learn about the 3 different types of celosia flowers and how to use them to add flair to your garden.

HGTV shares some of the best shrubs for shade gardens, including shade shrubs such as oakleaf hydrangeas, euonymus, viburnum and elderberries that will add color to your garden with their flowers and foliage.

Raised troughs are a great way to grow small drought-tolerant perennials, succulents, and alpine plants. Here are some of the best.

Who's with me on converting ordinary backyard into a romantic garden of your dreams? In this post I'm sharing my favorite backyard garden design and ideas that are just too beautiful to pass on. A

If your border is short on sunlight, fill it up with this lush, shade-loving combo. Your garden will look fresh all season long.

Mexican feather grass looks like a hazy smudge of golden color in the distance, and who wouldn't want that as a backdrop in the garden? Like other grasses

Plan your dream garden with these backyard landscaping & garden design ideas. She sheds, greenhouse, sketch and landscape planning

So, very late to the Chelsea blogging party, and, whilst I very nearly didn’t post at all, I was spurred on by the number of times I’ve referenced last year’s two posts (here and …

Pink hydrangeas mix beautifully for an easy and elegant garden color theme.

And the landscaped gardens are lovely...

For the past few weeks, my husband and I have been talking non-stop about planting a hedge fence in our backyard along the back fence. I've always loved the look of them, but never considered growing one of our backyard until recently. We were at a local school playing with our puppy and Avery and t

Early spring is a great time to start thinking about garden planning ideas for your home. Add a cutting garden or add curb appeal to the front yard.

Paths, pavers, and purple plants exploded on the Gardenista Instagram feed this year; here's a look back at our most popular posts. Not a follower yet? We'

Côté Maison Design lève le voile sur les photos gagnantes du Concours International de la Photographie de Jardin 2014 (IGPOTY), catégories Plantes, Flore et Faune. Autant dire des captures uniques du microcosme de jardin, la beauté singulière d'une fleur et d'un instant animal...

I think I struck a cord with my last post highlighting a small suburban shade garden. Obviously gardeners are hungry for planting suggestions for shade. In this…

If you want a romantic, magical garden, check out our cottage landscaping ideas. With the right plants and paths, a cottage garden can be yours.

These bulb garden design tips will bring tons of color to your yard or patio.

rtfgvb This week I am featuring a made-to-order garden from Spring Hill Nurseries. For those of you that are not confident in your planning skills, this nursery has a handful of pre-planned, ready to plant gardens. This one is nice because it is planned for waves of color in every season. I ordered this garden […]

Because every tiny apartment could use a levitating garden.

If asked to recommend one Spring flowering garden plant, I would answer with Candytuft, a pretty evergreen perennial! Here's why!

Feast your eyes on the English countryside, gorgeous gardens, and beautiful blooms.

Learn just how easy Hellebore care is with these tips on planting, fertilizing, and pruning Lenten Rose (as well as some great varieties)

Here are some suggestions for xeriscape gardens with drought-tolerant plants, which feature design alternatives to lawns and traditional landscapes.

I am excited to share that The National Garden Bureau has chosen the allium as the bulb of the year! They pick one annual, one perennial, one bulb crop and one…

We have been planting up a storm over here- from peonies to garden roses to sage and lavender and more. And it is all part of a big overall garden area expansion that involves creating a cutting garden area with lots of blooms and pretty on repeat. We are working on planting and pathways and…

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