Growing Plants

Bamboo adds an undeniable level of grace to any area. Originally native of China, these plants are incredibly easy to maintain. They grow quickly, getting as high as 20 feet in one season....

Black pine trees are majestic and evergreen, but they are also commonly seen in miniature form as bonsai trees. Black pines are available as seedlings from nurseries, but many people prefer to...

Tea plants originated in the Himalayan mountains and in parts of China. The plants are tropical in nature and variously prefer high altitudes and lowland subtropical climates. In all, 45 countries...

Creeping phlox is a flowering perennial that grows up to 6 inches in height, and each plant can cover an area of 20 square inches. It produces numerous tiny flowers in late spring, which produce a...

Boxwood plants are evergreen shrubs or small trees commonly grown as hedges, borders and privacy screens in many different landscapes due to their high-density foliage. They require only minimal...

Japanese holly is an evergreen shrub native to eastern Asia. It can grow up to 10 feet in height and usually reaches about 8 feet in width. Japanese holly plants are commonly grown as border...

Catnip, or Nepeta cataria, is a perennial herb in the mint family native to North America. The plant gives off an aromatic scent, which will cause what is known as the "catnip response" in most...

Storage for lily bulbs can include filling a plastic bag with soil, mulch or grass, throwing the bulb in the mix and keeping it in the refrigerator for the winter. Allow lily bulbs to go dormant...

Liriope is a genus of low-growing flowering plants native to East Asia. Liriope plants are some of the most widely used and versatile ground covers and border plants grown in the United States....

Rose of Sharon is a large shrub that is sometimes grown as a tree. It can grow up to 15 feet tall and blooms in midsummer. The flowers are 3 to 5 inches wide and can be pink, red, purple, white or...

If you ever created a garden bed by digging up sod (top soil layer with grass), removing the sod and turning over the soil, you know how labor-intensive this process is. Establishing a new garden...

Oak trees are beautiful landscape trees. Unfortunately, they are heavy feeders, don't like to have their roots disturbed and shade the ground under and around their trunks. Grass is also a heavy...

Mulch is used to protect the roots of plants from wind, sun, and to hold in moisture. Learn more about the importance of mulch in this free gardening video about how to use organic fertilizers on...

You will learn how to prepare your garden beds and plots for spring planting, including soil preparation, mulching, and tool maintenance.

Few plants say "tropical" better than the hibiscus. Along with their glossy green leaves, they decorate our summer gardens with their saucer-sized papery flowers. Available in red, pink, yellow,...

Peonies are popular for their huge, lush blooms, which can be found in a wide variety of colors. They are perennials and will continue to bloom year after year with just a little tending. Planting...

Do not garden if you don’t now or think you may come to LOVE plants. Plants are sensitive! They feel and know! And remember, they’ve been around a lot longer than we have and will probably hang...

Calla lilies are a gorgeous and graceful addition to any landscape. Understanding their basic care and fertilizing needs will help ensure that your garden's calla lilies stand out beautifully.

Crape myrtles are a beautiful addition to your landscape. With various sizes, colors and bountiful blooms, you will draw several second glances when people pass by your lawn. Growing crape myrtles...

Bird of paradise is a tropical-looking plant with paddle-shaped leaves and exotic flowers that resemble a bird's beak.