Gardening

Bells of Ireland, also known as shell flower and molucca balm, is a white to green flowering annual native to western Asia. Learn how to grow bells of Ireland.

By C. Colston Burrell

Most of know that these bright annuals do well in large containers and are good cut flowers. When planting them, consider any sunny location is ideal. Beds, borders, and planting strips or embedded with ornamental grasses is recommended.

By C. Colston Burrell

Ornamental cabbage, sometimes called ornamental kale, makes a lovely accent for your garden instead of your dinner table. In this article, learn about planting and growing ornamental cabbage, ornamental kale in your flower garden.

By C. Colston Burrell

Ornamental corn lends a colorful accent to a dining room centerpiece or a holiday decorations. In this article, learn about planting, growing, propagating, and using ornamental corn in your garden.

By C. Colston Burrell

California blue bells are a charming blue to purple annual flower that delights garden lovers everywhere. Learn how to grow California blue bells.

By C. Colston Burrell

Calla, also called calla lily, is a uniquely beautiful annual flower made famous by artist Georgia O'Keeffe. Learn how to grow calla lily.

By C. Colston Burrell

China pink is a captivating annual available in shades of pink and white. Learn how to grow and maintain China pink.

By C. Colston Burrell

The forget-me-not flower is a distinctive spring plant that accentuates any garden. In this article, you can discover its cultural meaning and learn how to grow these pretty blue flowers.

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Chinese hibiscus, also called Hawaiian hibiscus and rose of China, is a delicate flower rich in Vitamin C. Learn how to grow and maintain Chinese hibiscus.

By C. Colston Burrell

Chrysanthemum is an adorable multi-colored annual flower with a unique shape and presentation. Learn how to grow chrysanthemum.

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Ornamental grasses come in more than 100 varieties and have many functions in a well-designed garden. Learn how to grow and use ornamental grasses.

By C. Colston Burrell

Four o'clock, also called marvel of Peru, is a multi-colored annual that opens in the afternoon. Learn how to grow and use four o'clock.

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Fuchsia, also called lady's ear drop, is a delicate annual that draws attention to any flower bed. Learn how to grow and use fuchsia.

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Gladiolus, also called glad, is a traditional annual with a classic beauty. Learn how to grow and use gladiolus.

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Godetia, also called farewell-to-spring and clarkia, is a distinguished multi-colored annual that brings life to flower beds. Learn to grow godetia.

By C. Colston Burrell

Native to South Africa, the African Daisy brings a vibrant splash of yellow or orange to any flower bed. Learn how to grow African daisy at HowStuffWorks.

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Iceland poppy is an annual flower that is best started fresh each year. Their thin petals glisten in full sun, looking like tissue paper. Learn about growing and using Iceland poppies.

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Livingstone daisy is a ground-hugging annual flower that needs full sun. The dark centers of these flowers are surrounded by petals in a wide range of colors, from pink to orange. Learn about Livingstone daisies.

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Lupines can be both annual and perennial flowers. They bear pea-shaped flowers in a variety of colors. Lupines prefer full sun and continuous moisture, blooming in May and June. Learn more about lupines.

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Morning glory vine is a great, multicolor annual flower that will grow almost anywhere. In this article, learn about planting, growing, propagating, and using morning glory vine in your flower garden.

By C. Colston Burrell

The real success of organic gardens lies in the methods used to keep plants growing vigorously, without a heavy reliance on sprays. Organic gardening cuts right to the heart of the matter: soil.

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Soil is a complex blend of animal, vegetable, and mineral material. Healthy soil is one of the keys to a thriving garden. Find helpful garden soil tips in this article.

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Looking for a great multicolor annual flower that is highly colorful but also low-maintenance? Try New Guinea impatiens. In this article, learn about planting, growing, propagating, and using New Guinea impatiens in your flower garden.

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Sweet potatoes grow in the vegetable garden. Learn the fantastic health benefits of sweet potatoes. HowStuffWorks gives you the nutrition facts, shows the variety of sweet potatoes, and explains the health benefits of sweet potatoes.

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Controlling vegetable garden pests requires care and vigilance. Be sure to read labels carefully and follow the directions when using chemicals in your garden. Learn all about controlling vegetable garden pests.

By C. Colston Burrell