A poet is said to be someone who sees the world each day as if for the first time. I can vouch for this poetic feeling whenever I see certain plants, no matter how familiar they might be. At this time ...

A finch taking petals from a zinnia flower - Melissa Burovac/Getty A downside that might make you rethink putting a bird feeder in your yard is the absolute mess they can create. While you might enjoy ...

Perennials are a favorite for a reason. Their beautiful colors come back year after year, and many are hardy enough to endure warm summer temperatures. However, some perennials only bloom for a short ...

Although we typically associate sunshine with plant growth, you don't have to let a lack of light stop you from growing your ...

Variety of colorful flowers in a garden bed. - nukopic/Shutterstock With its eye-catching blooms, autumn crocus (Colchicum autumnale) stands out as a perennial that brings timeless beauty to your ...