Flowers & Ornamental Gardens

How to Judge Zinnias by Measurable Garden Value

How to Judge Zinnias by Measurable Garden Value

Learn how to compare zinnias by first-flower date, flowering duration, habit, stem counts and vase life, then score varieties for bedding or cutting value in your own garden.

How to Judge Zinnias by Measurable Garden Value

Learn how to compare zinnias by first-flower date, flowering duration, habit, stem counts and vase life, then score varieties for bedding or cutting value in your own garden.

Clematis Native Status and a Supply Storage System for Better Planting Days

Clematis Native Status and a Supply Storage Sys...

Learn how to check clematis native status by species and set up a practical storage system for labels, supports, ties and tools to simplify planting and pruning.

Clematis Native Status and a Supply Storage Sys...

Learn how to check clematis native status by species and set up a practical storage system for labels, supports, ties and tools to simplify planting and pruning.

Zinnias and Persistent Foliage: What to Record So Next Year's Planting Is Easier

Zinnias and Persistent Foliage: What to Record ...

Learn what to record about zinnias and foliage partners so you can balance flower color with lasting foliage and make next season's planting decisions easier.

Zinnias and Persistent Foliage: What to Record ...

Learn what to record about zinnias and foliage partners so you can balance flower color with lasting foliage and make next season's planting decisions easier.

Choosing Salvias for Flowers: How to Judge a Useful Feature Without Brand Comparisons

Choosing Salvias for Flowers: How to Judge a Us...

Learn how to select salvias for flower gardens by evaluating bloom period, flower form, scent, and habit against your growing conditions and purpose, without brand comparisons.

Choosing Salvias for Flowers: How to Judge a Us...

Learn how to select salvias for flower gardens by evaluating bloom period, flower form, scent, and habit against your growing conditions and purpose, without brand comparisons.

Cosmos in Hanging Baskets: What to Record So Next Year's Basket Is Better

Cosmos in Hanging Baskets: What to Record So Ne...

Learn what to record for cosmos in hanging baskets, from species and basket size to watering, feeding and deadheading, to make next year's planting and care decisions easier.

Cosmos in Hanging Baskets: What to Record So Ne...

Learn what to record for cosmos in hanging baskets, from species and basket size to watering, feeding and deadheading, to make next year's planting and care decisions easier.

Choosing the Next Calendula: Color, Form and Texture in a Collection

Choosing the Next Calendula: Color, Form and Te...

Select a new calendula by flower form, color tone, habit and season. Practical guidance on collection building, display, containers and seed choices.

Choosing the Next Calendula: Color, Form and Te...

Select a new calendula by flower form, color tone, habit and season. Practical guidance on collection building, display, containers and seed choices.