‘Hardy annuals’ is a term often applied outside of horticultural circles to describe an issue that gains prominence again and again. It’s particularly popular in newsrooms, where journalists use it to ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you're looking for a hardy, low-maintenance flower that grows low and looks beautiful, then geraniums ...

A super-cold-hardy dusty miller, a double-award-winning purple-blooming agapanthus, and a whole new type of succulent are among a slew of interesting new annual flowers debuting in the 2024 growing ...

Dear Master Gardener: What exactly does “cold-tolerant annual” mean? Pansies are arriving in stores — isn’t it too early to put them out? Answer: An annual is a plant that survives only one season in ...

If spring crept up too quickly, and you’re scrambling to find some plants to add color to your garden, you should turn to fast-growing annuals. With brilliant bursts of color and low-maintenance ...

It's official: learning how to collect seeds from hardy annuals is a must for gardeners of all abilities. Not only does it guarantee a repeat display of blooms, but you’ll also be saving money on the ...

It’s still too chilly above- and belowground to plant summer’s glorious sunflowers or juicy tomatoes. For now, let them stay tucked in their warm seed packets dreaming of July sunshine. However, you ...

Winter pansies, also known as ice pansies, are a favorite in the Southern garden for a reason: They can stand downright ...

Now that we’ve officially arrived at spring (calendar-wise, anyway), it’s time to get busy planting the 2025 landscape. This milestone doesn’t mean you can plant whatever you want whenever you want, ...