But before you order seeds for this gorgeous, easy-to-grow flower, there's a big downside you should consider.  The good news ...

For tough perennial summer blooms that will withstand the heat of the season, choose asters, perennial sunflowers, yarrow, and more.

Border plants placed along the edge of a driveway can really soften the transition between your hardscape and landscape. Here ...

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For plants, go in with a plan, Kat urges. While you may love maximalism in interior design, in the garden, sometimes simplicity is best. "Many gardens look fantastic with just 5-6 different plant ...

Native Plant: Eastern spring beauty flowers can bloom early in Ohio ... popularized as an ornamental plant, often used in landscaping as a border shrub or a specimen plant, and as a focal point ...

But sometimes, pesky creatures such as birds can help themselves to the fruits of your labour in your garden, leaving you feeling frustrated and wondering what the point of growing your own food is.

"I prefer using shorter varieties for garden borders, as they add beautiful texture." Veronica, also known as speedwell, blooms all summer with long, dense spikes of star-shaped flowers.