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  • Hammock hanging from trees in a shady garden setting

    Here's One Of The Few Flowers That Bloom All Year—Perfect For Warm, Shady Gardens

    Shady gardens can be tricky to color with flowers as many varieties need lots of sunlight, yet this flower blooms all year long and thrives in the shade.

    By Katie Flannery 1 hour ago Read More
  • Purple mums grow in pots next to other species with green foliage

    14 Gorgeous Purple Flowers You Should Be Planting In October

    Fall is a great time to plant cool-weather-loving flower species and spring-blooming bulbs. Check out these 14 purple flowers you can plant in October.

    By Lindsay Donaldson 3 hours ago Read More
  • A curvy garden section filled with hostas.

    Forget Hostas: This Plant Grows Well Anywhere In The Yard

    The world of perennials is vast, and where one variety might not suit your garden's specific conditions, another could be waiting to thrive.

    By Rhys Lee Hamilton 6 hours ago Read More
  • hummingbird sitting on branch

    The Red Flowering Tree That'll Bring More Hummingbirds To Your Yard

    Add a burst of color and wildlife to your garden with this striking red tree that hummingbirds can’t resist. Perfect for anyone creating a backyard haven.

    By Megan Newton 7 hours ago Read More
  • A woman and man are putting a row cover over a long row of pepper plants in their garden.

    How To Protect Outdoor Plants From Frost, Step By Step

    As cold weather approaches, plants are vulnerable to frost. However, careful planning, preparing plants correctly, and insulating fragile ones can protect them.

    By Ellen Douglas 10 hours ago Read More
  • A hummingbird perched in a deciduous tree in the fall.

    12 Late Fall Blooming Flowers That Can Keep Hummingbirds Coming To The Garden

    Even as temperatures drop, these bold blooms can draw hummingbirds to your yard, keeping your garden alive with movement and late-season color.

    By Sharon Kong Perring 14 hours ago Read More
  • Colorful autumn garden.

    Stunning Alternatives To Mums To Grow In Your Garden For Long-Lasting Color

    Chrysanthemums bloom from summer to fall, but for more variety in the autumn garden, consider these alternatives recommended by House Digest's gardening expert.

    By Peg Aloi 1 day ago Read More
  • Yellow miniature and standard daffodils blooming together in a garden bed.

    Mini Daffodils Vs. The Classics- Which Is Right For Your Garden?

    Daffodils fall broadly into large and small categories. However, it's not quite so simple. Standards and minis work better in different spots and growing zones.

    By Katie Flannery 1 day ago Read More
  • red tulips in bloom

    Should You Plant Tulips In October? What To Do For Gorgeous Spring Blooms

    Even though spring flowers may be the last thing on your mind this fall, you do need to plan ahead by knowing when and how to plant the bulbs.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 2 days ago Read More
  • Vibrant garden beds with blooming flowers.

    Add One Strange Ingredient To Your Garden In Fall For Bigger Blooms In Spring

    Setting your garden up for a thriving spring filled with gorgeous blooms starts with some important soil enhancement in the fall using one specific ingredient.

    By Joey Gonzalez 2 days ago Read More
  • A person pruning a branch with yellow leaves

    10 Plants To Avoid Pruning In October For More Success In Spring

    While pruning in fall is ideal for some plants, for others, it could cause damage, eliminate a winter food source, or prevent flowering in the spring.

    By Alisha Land 2 days ago Read More
  • A gardener works with various mum plants

    8 Everyday Items To Help Mums Thrive And Improve Soil Conditions

    Mums are fairly easy to care for, but if soil conditions aren't ideal, you won't get the best blooms. Amend any issues with these items you might already have.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 2 days ago Read More
  • A shriveled fuchsia plant looking worse for wear

    Don't Let This Flowering Perennial Beauty Die — Bring It Indoors Before Winter Hits

    The cold may be rolling in, but you don't need to say goodbye to your favorite plants. If kept in the right conditions, they'll thrive again come spring.

    By Sam Manzella 2 days ago Read More
  • A perennial garden covered with frost in the winter.

    Leave Your Garden Perennials All Winter. Here's Why

    Trimming back perennials before winter is a staple fall task for many gardeners. However, leaving them intact supports the environment in unexpected ways.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 2 days ago Read More
  • Person holding spring bulbs before planting them

    Get This Flower Planted Before The End Of October For A Colorful Spring Garden

    If a flower requires cold stratification, it's best to plant in October before frosts begin. Such is the case with this stunning, spring-blooming blue flower.

    By Nancy Schaffer 2 days ago Read More
  • hardy hibiscus flower with holes from insects

    Pests You Didn't Realize Swamp Mallow Was Attracting To The Garden

    Swamp mallow attracts beauty, pollinators, and hidden visitors. Its vibrant flowers thrive, but certain pests may be silently impacting your garden’s balance.

    By Nancy Schaffer 2 days ago Read More
  • gardener lifting tubers, corms, and bulbs

    17 Cold-Sensitive Flowers To Dig Up And Save For Next Season

    Some flowering plants that produce bulbs, tubers, or corms need to be lifted and stored for winter. Know which you have if you want to save them for spring.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman sitting on her patio with her dog surrounded by flowering plants.

    Add Color Around Your Patio With An Underrated Easy-To-Grow Perennial

    Looking for more flowering plants to border your patio or adorn balcony planters? Consider this pretty, hardy U.S. native plant. It offers year-round color.

    By Ana Markosi 3 days ago Read More
  • Bat hanging upside down in a tree

    The Flower With Colorful Blooms That Can Attract Bats To Your Yard

    Bats aren’t just nighttime guests—they’re garden allies. Certain flowers can help draw them in, supporting pollination and pest control long after sunset.

    By Joey Gonzalez 3 days ago Read More
  • An ornamental flower bed overflowing with blooms

    The Flower Bed Trend That We Hope We Stop Seeing In 2026

    Flower beds have long been a staple element in most gardens. While groups of blooms aren't going anywhere, trends indicate that their purpose may be changing.

    By Sam Manzella 3 days ago Read More
  • Rudbeckia (black eyed Susans) in a fall garden

    The Very Best Timing For Dividing Perennials In Fall

    Strong spring blooms start with one essential step in fall. Knowing when to divide your perennials ensures healthier roots and longer-lasting plants.

    By Barb Hudson 3 days ago Read More
  • Frost covers a juniper tree branch's green needles

    Can Storing Plants In Your Garage Help Protect Against Frost Damage?

    In places with frigid winters—think Maine, Minnesota, Montana—frost damage will kill your outdoor potted plants. But what if you store them in your garage?

    By Katharine Hansen 3 days ago Read More
  • A vibrant, pollinator-friendly garden teeming with insects.

    The Drought-Resistant Ground Cover That Will Bring Pollinators To Your Yard

    Transform your yard with a resilient, aromatic ground cover that draws life to your garden and stays stunning through heat, drought, and neglect.

    By Joey Gonzalez 3 days ago Read More
  • A gardener planting rows of flower bulbs while surrounded by fallen fall leaves.

    13 Bulbs You Can Plant In October For Stunning Spring Blooms

    Some of these bulbs will provide tall, soaring blooms in shades of lavender in spring, while others add a pretty, delicate touch to your garden beds.

    By Joey Gonzalez 3 days ago Read More
  • Wilted and dying lavender plant in a blue pot

    Why Your Potted Lavender Plant Is Dying Instead Of Thriving (It's Not Just Water)

    Potted lavender plants require specific growing conditions beyond watering. Identify the incorrect conditions instead of just increasing water.

    By Lou Siday 3 days ago Read More
  • Different colored flowers blooming in the shade

    12 Shade-Loving Flowers To Plant In October For Bursting Color Next Spring

    Finding flowers that thrive in shade can be a struggle, but these options will deliver a hefty dose of spring color when planted in the fall.

    By R. A. Fletcher 4 days ago Read More
  • Magnesium sulfate or Epsom salt against a plant background

    8 Garden Flowers That Could Use A Boost Of Epsom Salt To Keep Blooming

    Epsom salts are useful all over the home and garden, but certain flowering plants benefit from using it as a soil fertilizer or foliar spray.

    By Aleem Ahmad 4 days ago Read More
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