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  • A gardener starts filling planters for a container garden.

    Don't Fill Your Planter With Soil, Put This In The Bottom So It's Easy To Move

    Skip the heavy soil. This clever hack lightens the load and is perfect for shallow-rooted plants. Your back (and your plants) will thank you.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 days ago Read More
  • A patch of pink and white Oriental lilies in bloom

    Costco's May Garden Deals You Shouldn't Overlook In 2026

    From small garden upgrades to bigger backyard buys, Costco’s May deals are packed with seasonal finds you won’t want to overlook in this year.

    By Autumn McGarr 3 days ago Read More
  • Someone planting seeds in potting soil.

    The Colorful Flower To Plant In May For Beautiful Blooms All Summer Long

    Plant this in May for a season full of bright red blooms — an easy way to add bold color and have pollinators flocking to your yard throughout the summer.

    By Autumn McGarr 11 days ago Read More
  • A person's arm holding up a sunflower seedling

    The Best Flower To Plant In May

    Looking to brighten up your garden this May? This stunning bloom is as beautiful as it is bold — guaranteed to add a vibrant pop of color all season long.

    By Lauren Krystaf 19 days ago Read More
  • Pink and white Salvia x jamensis flowers with green foliage

    If You Only Plant One Flower In April, It Should Be This One

    If you only plant one flower this April, make it this natural hybrid from Mexico — easygoing, eye-catching, and blooming in a rainbow of colors.

    By Autumn McGarr 21 days ago Read More
  • Sunflowers bloom in a field.

    Here's Exactly When To Plant Sunflowers

    Timing is everything with sunflowers — and it depends on whether you start them indoors or direct sow. Get it right, and enjoy standout blooms.

    By Lauren Krystaf 23 days ago Read More
  • French marigolds bloom in a garden.

    Here's When You Should Plant Marigolds

    When it comes to the right time to plant marigolds, timing isn’t one-size-fits-all — it depends on whether you start them indoors or outdoors.

    By Lauren Krystaf 1 month ago Read More
  • Joanna Gaines smiles on the red carpet of the Time 100 gala in 2019.

    How To Get Joanna Gaines' Look For A Stunning Cut Flower Garden Bouquet

    Growing your own flowers isn't as difficult as it sounds, so take a page out of Joanna Gaines' book and test out these three cut flower species yourself!

    By Lauren Krystaf 1 month ago Read More
  • A gardener holds a calendula plant and several other flowers are nearby in nursery pots.

    The Best Flowers To Plant In April

    Ready to plant? These April blooms are less about the date and more about the dirt — once the soil’s warm enough to work, you’re good to grow.

    By Lauren Krystaf 1 month ago Read More
  • Joanna Gaines smiles on her way to the Times 100 gala in 2019.

    Joanna Gaines Took A 'Risk' On This Spring Flower - And Was Completely Won Over

    When HGTV's Joanna Gaines tried growing this spring cut flower for the first time, she instantly fell in love with its delicate beauty. Here's how to grow it!

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • A garden of wild flowers thrives and blooms in a rainbow of colors.

    Easily Fill Your Garden With Colorful Blooms With This Fast-Growing, Self-Seeding Flower

    This cottage-core annual flower is not only whimsical, but it also readily self-seeds in your garden, making it an excellent choice for a low-maintenance plant.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • Close up of a tree stump sitting in a lawn.

    Transform An Ugly Tree Stump Into A Garden Showstopper (Without Expensive Removal)

    This tree stump DIY is a way to add a bit of color and life to your yard while also allowing the stump to slowly decay naturally, saving you a lot of money.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • Tulips bloom with bright colors.

    The Best Time To Plant Tulip Bulbs For Stunning Spring Blooms

    Figuring out when to plant tulip bulbs isn't necessarily straightforward, but once you understand this one thing about them, you'll know when to plant them.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • A planting of daffodils bloom with yellow flowers.

    What The Old Farmer's Almanac Wants You To Plant When Daffodils Bloom, And Why

    Nature is full of little hacks to orient yourself in the garden, with the Almanac pointing to daffodils as one of them. Here's whay you should know first.

    By Lauren Krystaf 3 months ago Read More
  • Joanna Gaines smiles at a formal event.

    Get A Fixer Upper-Inspired Planter With A Gardening Rule Joanna Gaines Lives By

    Joanna Gaines knows how to put a planter together, but she's not working with a secret technique. Here's the tried and true design formula she uses for them.

    By Lauren Krystaf 3 months ago Read More
  • Orange lily-of-the-valley berries among dead foliage

    13 Varieties Of Poisonous Plants The Old Farmer's Almanac Can Help You Identify

    Do you know which plants are poisonous? There are toxic flowers and vines that you may want to avoid. The Old Farmer's Almanac may help you identify them.

    By Autumn McGarr 3 months ago Read More
  • Daffodils emerge from the snowy ground.

    Why Snow Is A Secret Weapon For Garden Bulbs In The Winter

    While your fall bulbs are meant to withstand the cold, even they can be felled by winter. But snow could be your unexpected ally to give them their best shot.

    By Lauren Krystaf 3 months ago Read More
  • A gardener's hands planting zinnia seeds in the soil next to a green trowel

    7 Flowers The Old Farmer's Almanac Suggests Growing From Seed For A Gorgeous Garden

    Cut flower gardens seem intimidating, but resources like The Old Farmer's Almanac simplify the process. Check out these flowers that are easy to grow from seed.

    By Autumn McGarr 3 months ago Read More
  • A gardener plants flowers.

    The Eye-Catching Flower That The Old Farmer's Almanac Wants You To Grow

    The Old Farmer's Almanac has been around for a while, and they really know what they're talking about with this whimsical annual flower that self-seeds.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 4 months ago Read More
  • A cottage garden thrives with a variety of flowers.

    7 Flowers You Should Be Planting In January For A Lovely Spring

    Not all flowers can be planted in January, but a mix of cold-season annuals and perennials that love cold stratification are both great options for it.

    By Lauren Krystaf 4 months ago Read More
  • Two women tend to plants on a patio.

    The Old Farmer's Almanac Names These 12 New Plants As Standouts For 2026

    Every year brings fresh varieities to the plant world, from edibles to ornamentals, so here's a handy guide for some of the best of what's coming to 2026.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 4 months ago Read More
  • A colorful front garden including pink petunias and pink phlox

    9 Flower Varieties With The Best Curb Appeal For A Stunning Landscape

    No matter your audience, planting flowers in your front yard is sure to leave a great first impression. From bulbs to natives, these 9 flowers leave an impact.

    By Autumn McGarr 5 months ago Read More
  • A gardener sows seeds indoors.

    The Ideal Plant To Sow In December For Gorgeous Blooms In Spring

    While poinsettias and evergreens might be on your mind in December, it's not too early to think about your spring garden. Sow these seeds now for flowers later.

    By Lauren Krystaf 5 months ago Read More
  • Chip and Joanna Gaines wear formal attire and smile at a White House function in 2023.

    The Simple Thing Chip & Jo Recommend Adding For Fixer Upper-Inspired Curb Appeal

    HGTV star Joanna Gaines combines her home and gardening expertise with a simple porch decorating tip that is bound to catch your eye in every season.

    By Lauren Krystaf 6 months ago Read More
  • Hydrangeas and other shrubs thrive by a fence.

    8 Of The Best Companion Plants To Grow Near Hydrangeas For A Stunning Garden

    While hydrangeas add bursts of color on their own, why not make your garden even better by adding these companion plants alongside (or underneath) the shrubs?

    By Lauren Krystaf 6 months ago Read More
  • A close up view of a colony of yellow aphids.

    These 12 Plants Are Unknowingly Attracting Aphids Into Your Garden

    Aphids are one of the worst pests in the garden. Sadly, there are many plants they love to eat, like these 12 popular shrubs, flowers, trees, and vegetables.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 6 months ago Read More
  • A woman holding up a yellow flower with soil in her gloved hands

    12 Of The Easiest Flowers To Grow For Beginner Gardeners

    Beginning gardeners might be intimidated by the thought of planting certain flowers. But there are actually so many that are easy to grow straight from seed!

    By Autumn McGarr 6 months ago Read More
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