TROPICAL FLAIR: HOW TO USE BOLD, BEAUTIFUL BLOOMS IN ANY GARDEN

Natalie Carmolli, Proven Winners® ColorChoice®

You don’t have to live in a tropical paradise to enjoy the bold colors and lush blooms of tropical plants! With a little creativity, you can to add a touch of the tropics to any garden. Whether you’re looking to attract hummingbirds, add vibrant pops of color, or create a vacation-worthy retreat in your own backyard, tropical plants are sure to deliver.

SPRING FORWARD WITH COOL-WEATHER CONTAINERS

Delilah Onofrey, Suntory Flowers

As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, there’s no better way to kick off the spring season than with a rewarding container gardening project. Don’t let the fear of frost stop you! Many flowering plants can tolerate cold night temperature dips, including the vivid Senetti pericallis varieties from Suntory Flowers.

OSCARS HAVE GLITTER. SO DOES TERRA NOVA!

Dan Heims, Terra Nova

It’s tough for nearly everybody out there. Can’t dig, can’t plant. But wait! The Oscars are on TV with all that glitz and glamor. Well, they’re not the only show in town and you can have some pizzazz at home! Read on and see what we’re not hiding!

THREE NEW ROSES I CAN'T WAIT TO GROW

Robin Jennings, Heirloom Roses

Every year, new rose varieties join the garden at Heirloom Roses and it’s so hard to narrow down which ones my garden has space for! Whether it's a fresh color, a strong fragrance, or improved disease resistance, there's always something to get excited about.

5 GROUNDBREAKING NEW PLANTS YOU NEED THIS YEAR

Susan Martin, Proven Winners

Each spring, a flood of new plants fills garden centers, tempting gardeners with their brilliant colors, unique foliage and fragrance. Though many offer appealing new features, few are truly groundbreaking. Let’s take a closer look at five of the most unique new plants you’ll see this year.

KEEP FLOWERING HOUSEPLANTS BLOOMING BEAUTIFULLY

Justin Hancock, Costa Farms

Why buy cut flowers that fade in a couple of weeks when you can have beautiful blooming houseplants? Dig in for easy tips to keep them happy and healthy.

BRINGING BIRD FAMILIES HOME 

Wild Birds Unlimited

Think Spring! What a great time of the year! Longer days and warmer temperatures help to rapidly reawaken the natural world around us during this true season of renewal. Yes, nesting season is just around the corner. A new generation of birds will soon be entering the world. 

GIBBS GARDENS OPENS FOR THE SEASON AS MILLIONS OF DAFFODILS BEGIN TO BLOOM

Barbara Schneider, Gibbs Gardens

More than 60 varieties of early, mid- and late-blooming daffodils appear every two weeks for a full six weeks of blossoms in every shade of yellow—from almost white to peach and deep gold. 

HOW TO PLAN A POLLINATOR PARADISE THIS SPRING

GrowJoy

A pollinator paradise is not only for our oh-so-precious pollinators; it may also be that little bit of paradise that enables you to escape the rat race, if even for just a small point in time.

HOW TO BUILD A RAISED BED

Hartley Botanic

Many people use a greenhouse to start seeds, but where do you put all the potted-up plants when the greenhouse isn’t large enough for them? An outdoor, raised bed can be an ideal location. Plus, with a few additions, the bed can be easily converted to a polytunnel or even a small, temporary greenhouse.

8 PERENNIAL SEEDS TO PLANT THIS SPRING

Ashleigh Smith, True Leaf Market

Perennials are back in style! With many home gardeners looking to simplify their outdoor gardening tasks, selecting perennial plants is the perfect way to go. Perennials offer great color, shape, and coverage without requiring a yearly or seasonal refresh.

HOW TO RECHARGE YOUR RAISED BED SOIL

Gardener's Supply

Do you have a raised bed (or three)? If so, you know all about the benefits of gardening in a raised bed. After a season of growing and maybe a winter of dormancy, your raised bed soil may need a recharge before supporting new plants. Here are a few tips on how to revive your raised beds for a spectacular new growing season!

INSPIRATION ABOUNDS WITH MONROVIA'S NEW DESIGN GUIDE

Monrovia

This spring, color is in season, and Monrovia is making it easier for gardeners to create stunning designs. Monrovia’s new downloadable guide is a free, creative resource for home gardeners of all experience levels, featuring 10 color palettes and plant suggestions to create showstopping landscapes.

WHAT'S THE 3-YEAR RULE FOR PERENNIALS?

Wayside Gardens

Perennials are a garden favorite for their enduring beauty, but they require a little patience to reach their full potential. Many perennials follow a natural growth pattern often summarized by the "3-year rule." Understanding this timeline helps gardeners set realistic expectations and cultivate a thriving landscape.

APRIL ROSE GARDEN CARE

Jackson & Perkins

April marks the true arrival of spring in most regions, bringing longer days, warmer temperatures, and the first flush of rose growth. With the growing season officially underway, now is the time to prune, fertilize, and protect your roses to ensure healthy foliage and abundant blooms in the months ahead.

NATURAL BUG REPELLENTS: PROTECT YOUR GARDEN AND YOURSELF

Park Seed

Warm weather brings beautiful gardens and outdoor adventures, but it also invites unwelcome guests—pesky insects that can damage plants and ruin time spent outside. While chemical repellents may seem like an easy fix, nature provides its own solutions for keeping bugs at bay. By strategically planting natural repellents and using plant-based insect control methods, you can enjoy a thriving garden and bug-free outdoor space.

CELEBRATE THE YEAR OF THE ASCLEPIAS BY PLANTING MILKWEED

Melinda Myers

Grow milkweed (Asclepias) to support monarch butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees while adding color, fragrance, and beauty to your landscape. You’ll find native milkweeds throughout North and South America.

BRINGING DAFFODILS INSIDE

As gardeners, we love bringing nature inside the house. And cutting flowers provides an exciting way to interact with the garden throughout the year. Eric thinks many people may not know that bulbs, specifically daffodils and tulips, really do make great cut flowers. Watch the video...

AN AMAZING DAFFODIL DESTINATION

Gibbs Gardens was recently named one of the best daffodil destinations in the world by Flower Magazine. Jim Gibbs has been planting daffodils for over 20 years, and now has amassed over 20 million daffodils across a 50-acre outdoor cathedral designed for the sole purpose of letting their stark beauty be enjoyed in a special way. Learn more...