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The Companion Flower For Peonies That Bloom At The Same Time

staff@housedigest.com (R. A. Fletcher) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0000

Companion planting is a great way to create aesthetic variety and to help control weeds, pests, and nutrients, and this flower makes a perfect pal for peonies.

Not Coleus, Not Impatiens: The Purple Flower That Looks Great In Shade Gardens

staff@housedigest.com (Nancy Schaffer) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Shade gardens can be a wonderful refuge in the summer when things are hot and sunny, and one gorgeous flower is easy to maintain in these cool-down nooks.

18 Best Perennials You Should Be Planting In July

staff@housedigest.com (Selena Ivette Rodriguez) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

July is past prime planting season, but these perennials can be added to your garden even as outdoor temperatures start to soar in the summer.

28 Best Perennials You Should Be Growing Near Your Pool

staff@housedigest.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Perennials have many benefits for pool gardens, with the biggest being that you only need to plant them once! Look for low-maintenance species for less work.

Not Bee Balm, Not Fuchsia: The Violet-Blue Flower That Hummingbirds Can't Resist

staff@housedigest.com (Selena Ivette Rodriguez) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:40:00 +0000

If you're looking for another bloom that will draw more hummingbirds to your yard, then plant this ultra-bright, long-lasting and hardy perennial.

Not Hostas: The Low-Maintenance Alternative That'll Add Texture To Your Shaded Garden

staff@housedigest.com (R. A. Fletcher) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +0000

If you're looking for something other than common hostas to fill the shady areas in your outdoor space, consider this gorgeous colorful alternative.

Skip Basil And Thyme: There's Another Herb Pollinators Are Thrilled To Find In The Garden

staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 02:00:00 +0000

Popular basil and thyme do double-duty as culinary additions and pollinator plants, but there's an overlooked lemon-scented option that's just as useful.

Not Lupine, Not Salvia: The Vibrant Purple Flower Hummingbirds Love

staff@housedigest.com (Amanda Weir) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0000

If you're looking for a hummingbird-attracting flower that's a bit more unique than the common recommendations, this penstemon cultivar might be for you.

Not Hosta, Not Heuchera: The Compact Plant That Looks Great In Shaded Flower Beds

staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:30:00 +0000

Shaded flower beds may make you feel that you have limited planting options. This flower can thrive in places with partial shade (and attract pollinators, too).

Not Wishbone, Not Impatiens: The Vibrant Annual Flower That Looks Great In Summer Gardens

staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000

A vibrant summer annual brings months of color to gardens, but its biggest impact comes from long-lasting blooms, pollinators, and cut-flower appeal.

14 Summer Flowers To Sprout From Seed For A Last-Minute Garden

staff@housedigest.com (Katy Willis) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:20:00 +0000

Whether you're getting a late start on your summer planting or Mother Nature was unkind to you this spring, you can start these flower seeds now.

Not Salvia, Not Zinnia: The Showy Flower That'll Have Hummingbirds Flocking To Your Yard

staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0000

If you want to attract more hummingbirds and other pollinators to your garden without using salvia or zinnia, this lovely plant could be the perfect addition.

16 Best Flowers To Start Planting In Pots In June

staff@housedigest.com (Nina Phillips) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:10:19 +0000

June is past peak season for planting, but if you're a bit late on your gardening tasks this year, there's still time to cultivate some pretty blooms.

Not Chemicals: Keep Pests Away From Daylilies Using Herbs

staff@housedigest.com (Magdalena Becker) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:30:00 +0000

Despite being pretty hardy, daylilies aren't immune to common garden pests like aphids and deer. Repel them with a herb that looks as pretty as it smells.

5 Blooming Succulents You Probably Didn't Realize Existed

staff@housedigest.com (Katy Willis) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:54:39 +0000

While there are a handful of blooming succulents you're likely already familiar with, these less common options are sure to be conversation starters.

Don't Harvest This Herb In June — Let It Bloom For Garden Beds Full Of Happy Pollinators

staff@housedigest.com (Peg Aloi) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Some herbs have to be picked to maintain their flavor. But if you let this popular Mediterranean herb bloom in June, it will reward you with a buzzing garden.

The '60s Garden Movement That's Making A Comeback In 2026

staff@housedigest.com (Baylee Bunce) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0000

This garden movement has its roots in California in the Swinging Sixties, almost too obviously, but is primed for a comeback in gardens nationwide today.

Why Your Geraniums Aren't Blooming — And How To Fix It

staff@housedigest.com (Kristina Hicks-Hamblin) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:28:56 +0000

A lack of blooms on your geranium points is a major summer disappointment, but the problem can be usually be remedied with a few simple fixes.

The Beautiful Companion Flower For Peonies That'll Suppress Weeds

staff@housedigest.com (Ellen Douglas) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0000

This fragrant perennial with coveted flowers makes the perfect groundcover for peonies, as it blooms just before them and its thick leaves suppress weeds.

Not Impatiens, Not Coral Bells: The Plant That Works Beautifully In Shaded Flower Beds

staff@housedigest.com (Annette Hird) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0000

These flowers have a totally different look than impatiens or coral bells, but their striking pink flowers bloom just as well in partial shade.