Garden

In midsummer, when many flowering plants go dormant and butterflies have a harder time finding nectar, garden phlox emerges and becomes a meeting place for winged creatures. Here are some tips to help you grow the low-maintenance flower in your outdo

Flowering cherries are among the most ornamental trees in the spring landscape. Here are some care-free tips to help you choose the perfect flowering cherry tree and help it thrive in your outdoor space.

Roses are divided into a number of types based on their ancestry, growth habits, flower form, and uses in the landscape. And although some types are easily identified, such as the longstemmed roses known as hybrid teas, modern "landscape" roses are d

The white pines are outstanding, aromatic landscape trees native to large areas of North America. Here are some smart tips for selecting and growing white pine trees in your garden.

Ferns are versatile, beautiful and can grow almost anywhere. Here's some places you could plant ferns to give your garden some extra colour and texture.

Many spring gardens are built around flowering trees, and with good reason. When a flowering cherry, dogwood, star magnolia or redbud is covered with colourful blossoms, it always steals the show. These guidelines will show you how to ensure your tre

Spring bulbs are among the first blooms to appear as the snow recedes and the garden thaws. Here are a few bulbs that can brighten your garden.

Also called red-twig dogwood, this species grows into a many-stemmed, shrubby clump that welcomes spring with small, yellowish white flowers and oval green leaves. These guidelines will show you how to properly grow red-osier dogwood shrubs.

Many perennials need support to help them stay healthy and look their best. Here are some different ways to support the perennials in your garden.

The trick to a great rock garden is to pick plants that thrive in stony terrain. Here's just a few reasons for making a rock garden, and how to make it look great.

If your yard includes an area that's hot and dry, light it up with butterfly weed, Asclepias tuberosa. This durable native plant is a little slow to get started, but once established it thrives on neglect. These guidelines will give you the know-how

Although love-lies-bleeding is a giant among annuals, its needs are few. It thrives on summer heat and asks little of your time. As these guidelines will suggest, once planted, it takes poor soil and dry conditions in stride. Read on to learn more.

Rudbeckias are one of the best plants for longevity and all-around garden performance. Here's some reasons why they should be front and center in your garden.

Shrubs make a handsome addition to any property and add definite curb appeal. Follow these easy steps to properly plant your shrubs so they flourish.

Whether your garden is a cramped backyard or a generous plot of land around a country house, there are always places to use perennials for the varied colour and character of their flowers and foliage. These simple guidelines will help you properly pl

Roses will grow in a wide variety of soils and situations, and will survive with relatively little attention. Follow these basic steps to plant healthy rose bushes that will add beauty to any property.

Pert, saucy, and perfect for a quick spark of colour in spring and fall, pansies are a favourite amongst gardeners. Here's some ways you can grow them in your own garden.

Cold-climate gardeners often become experts at growing plants in containers. These basic guidelines will get you started on keeping your blooms flourishing in containers during the chilly months.

Trees provide beauty and welcome shade to any garden. Use these tips to get started on planting your own trees.

Inexpensive and easy-to-grow, gladiolus bulbs bloom in lovely colours and provide outstanding cut flowers for summer bouquets. Here's how to add them to your garden.