Timing is essential when it comes to planting roses. If a rose bush is planted at the wrong time of year and in a less-than-optimal location, it may struggle to grow and thrive. Likewise, planting roses during extreme weather conditions can stress the bush, making it more difficult for it to get established. But the good news is that setting your roses up for success is easy as long as you know when (and when not) to plant roses.

When to Plant Roses for Beautiful, Healthy Blooms

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Discover some of the best longest-flowering perennials, helping to make sure your garden planting delivers with long-lasting color and interest

7 of the longest-flowering perennials – these varieties will add color to your garden for months

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If you want to attract hummingbirds to your yard, plant these perennials. Learn which perennial flowers attract hummingbirds and where to plant them.

11 Perennial Plants That Will Fill Your Yard With Hummingbirds

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Knowing what flowers to plant in August isn't always so clear-cut. But that's why we called in help from pro planters —here's what they said to pot.

The 7 flowers to plant in August, according to gardening gurus

Sweet, juicy tomatoes are summer’s prize—in a fresh green salad, layered with basil and mozzarella and drizzled with balsamic, and on a simple slice of sourdough. So, if your tomato plants aren’t producing the bumper crop you expected, you might be tempted to nourish them with Epsom salt, a gardener’s secret weapon.

When to Use Epsom Salts for Tomato Plants—and When Not To

For many home gardeners, raised garden beds are a wonderful solution to their yard woes. Raised beds can help you incorporate the exact right soil for your picky plants or extend the amount of garden space you have. But not every plant will do great in a raised bed. Some...

10 Plants You Should Never Grow in a Raised Bed

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Horoscope for Sunday, August 11th

I don’t know about you, but I love a good tropical vacation. Having grown up in Zone 11, creating my own tropical paradise in the backyard was a cinch. Here in Zone 9, however, things are a little more complicated, and our winters aren’t all that cold. But it does freeze here, and many plants only last one season in the ground.

27 Tropical Plants That Thrive Indoors

Send sweet scents wafting across your patio with a fragrant container garden. Position containers filled with fragrant patio plants where you are likely to brush by them or sit near them. The following plants all do well in container gardens. Their flowers last for weeks—or months in some cases—so you can enjoy a sweet scent whenever you step outdoors. And some have fragrant foliage too.

11 Fragrant Patio Plants to Fill Your Outdoor Space with Sweet Scents

When it comes to planting, many gardeners focus on selecting the right soil and choosing the perfect plants. However, an often overlooked but essential aspect of successful container gardening is ensuring proper drainage. Adding pinecones to the bottom of your planter is a simple and effective method to enhance drainage,...

Here’s Why You Need to Add Pinecones to the Bottom of Your Planter

Hummingbirds are enchanting visitors to any garden, known for their iridescent feathers and rapid, darting flight. Many gardeners plant specific flowers and set up feeders to attract these delightful birds. However, certain common mistakes can unintentionally drive hummingbirds away. Understanding these pitfalls and how to avoid them can help ensure your garden remains a hummingbird haven.

Common Gardening Mistakes That Drive Hummingbirds Away

There is no plant in the landscape as stunning as hydrangeas. There, I said it, and I stand by it. They're a truly show-stopping (yet surprisingly low-maintenance) option for so many different environments, from coastal to mountainous. And thanks to my love of hydrangeas, the following news was some of...

A New Hydrangea Is Coming in 2025—and It Has More Flowers Than You've Ever Seen

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It's been 21 years since actress/singer Nell Carter, best known for the 1980s NBC sitcom, Gimme a Break!, died of natural causes at only 54. This is her story. Nell Carter was born September 13, 1948, in Birmingham, Alabama. After initially finding fame on and off-Broadway, and via a brief role in 1977 on the TV datime drama, Ryan's Hope, Carter took the lead in Ain't Misbehavin'!, a live stage revue of the works of composer Fats Waller.

The Brief Life & Tragic Death of Nell Carter ('Gimme A Break' & 'Ain't Misbehavin'): 21 Years Later

Deadheading faded lily blooms can improve the health and appearance of your plants

Is it necessary to deadhead lilies? Expert advice from a professional gardener

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We've found the best houseplants for homes with low light, from leafy palms to aromatic lilies. Now there's no excuse not to have your own indoor garden

5 of the best houseplants for homes with low light - from leafy palms to aromatic lilies

She was like an intriguing cross between Charlie's Angels actress Kate Jackson and Popeye movie star Shelley Duvall. Her name was Beth Howland, and it's been 8 years since her tragic death from lung cancer on May 24, 2016, just four days before what would have been her 75th birthday.

A Look Back at the Life of Actress Beth Howland (From TV's 'Alice'): 8 Years After Her Tragic Death

Help your pet get into the Halloween spirit by fashioning them this no-sew dinosaur costume, which is made from a shirt and felt. We used a child-size tank top, but you can use any T-shirt or a pet-specific garment that fits your canine. The spiky spine comes together quickly when you use our template, which gets traced onto felt, cut out, and threaded through slits in the shirt. In just a few minutes, your furry friend will have a costume that's trick-or-treating worthy.

How to Make a a Doggie Dinosaur Costume

When your lush emerald lawn starts going off-color, you might wonder where you went wrong. After all, you’ve fertilized, aerated, watered, and done all the right lawn care things. So why is your turf looking less than terrific?. There’s no single reason why green grass goes brown. "It could...

6 Reasons Your Lawn Is Turning Brown–and How to Fix It

It's quite straightforward to multiply your summer display of zinnias and get more of these showy flowers for free

How to propagate zinnias from cuttings – 3 easy steps to grow even more bright blooms

Big, bold flowers and foliage give hydrangeas an irresistible appeal that seems to be growing every year. Traditionally consigned to shady corners, today’s wider market selection has many gardeners asking, "Do hydrangeas need full sun?" Several newly popular species and varieties are marketed as ready for partial to full...

Do Hydrangeas Need Full Sun? Get the Light Right with These Expert Tips

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14 Container Roses That Are Especially Fragrant and Beautiful

It doesn’t matter if you’re short on space or just love the look and smell of roses everywhere; a potted rose provides blooms and flexibility for...

14 Container Roses That Are Especially Fragrant and Beautiful

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