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beautiful colorful petunias
Guide to Growing and Caring for Petunias

Oh, my sweet petunia...so much more than just a pretty face.

pink and white dianthus blossoms
9 Fast Growing Flowers for a Springtime Garden

You have a beautiful bounty from which to pick.

Moonflower, (Ipomoea alba) ripe seedpod just starting to open.
Collecting Moonflower Seeds for Next Season

Ensure you have the healthiest seeds for germinating and transplanting next spring.

blooming purple violets with dew drops
Growing and Caring for African Violets

They bloom with a cheery consistency.

A line of peace lilies.
Peace Lilies 101

Peace lilies require almost no maintenance.

Marigolds in the ground.
Mistakes to Avoid When Growing Marigold

The vibrant colors characteristic of marigolds brighten up any garden.

Pink begonia flowers
Choosing and Growing Tuberous Begonias

Tuberous Begonias. The Ugly Duckling that everyone wants in their garden.

Orange begonias.
What to Feed a Begonia

Begonias are sensitive to chemical or nutrient burns, to make sure you which fertilizers to use.

impatiens trailing out of a hanging basket
7 Ways to Improve Impatiens Blooms

Impatiens naturally add a boost of color to your yard.

Two sunflowers growing big and healthy.
How to Keep Sunflowers from Falling Over

Find out how you can give these flowers a little support to grow tall and beautiful.

purple hollyhock
Identifying & Treating Hollyhock Diseases And Pests

Keep your hollyhocks blooming for years.

colorful begonias
How to Deadhead a Tuberous Begonia

Maintain your begonia with these four steps.

Lavender flowers bloom in a large group.
How to Transplant Lavender

Take a look at the six steps you need to take to properly move and care for your lavender.

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Basic Sunflower Planting in 8 Steps

Sunflower planting is an easy way to make your garden look nice.

cornflower
Using Cornflower in Companion Planting

Many plants benefit from growing alongside cornflowers.

blue lobelia flowers like small pansies
Hints for Pruning a Lobelia

The best time is right in the middle of its blooming season.

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Transplanting Cosmos in 8 Steps

Cosmos transplanting is carried out for a variety of reasons.

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Staking Large Hollyhock Flowers

Staking large hollyhock flowers will be a necessity if you plan to grow this old fashioned beauty,

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Recognizing Diseases That Can Harm Your Cosmos

Cosmos are a delight in gardens due to their bright blossoms.

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Avoiding Common Mistakes when Growing Cosmos

Tall and beautiful, cosmos flowers were named for the glory of the cosmos.

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Transplanting a Zinnia

The zinnia is a great plant for the home garden. It flowers profusely, and is easy to care for.

A vibrant macro image of blue Larkspur flowers.
How to Grow Larkspur

You can start these beautiful, cold-loving flowers in your own garden.

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Growing Double Impatiens In Five Steps

Double impatiens is an annual plant with a beautiful, full double bloom that is reminiscent of a rose.

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How to Transplant a Begonia

Worried about how and when begonia plants should be transplanted? Just follow these simple steps.

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Mistakes To Avoid When Growing Impatiens

Common growing mistakes you can avoid with a good dose of regular attention.

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How to Transplant a Hollyhock

This plant may be temperamental, but you can successfully move it.

A pair of gloves pruning a begonia.
Pruning a Begonia

Keep your begonia shapely and healthy through all the seasons.

A coleus garden.
Mistakes to Avoid when Growing a Coleus

Coleus are a beautiful addition to any home, indoors or out. Follow these tips to maximize your efforts.