Gentians are alpine darlings, tough and hardy mat-forming perennials with dazzling, true-blue flowers that shine in borders, containers, and rock gardens. Spring or fall flowering, they thrive in mild summers but need protection from hot, intense sun. Learn how to grow gentian wildflowers in this guide. Read more now.

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Living in a cold climate doesn’t have to mean you can’t enjoy vivid colors in your garden. Learn how to select the best flowering annuals suitable for colder growing zones, and with minimal effort you can dazzle your neighbors with vibrant displays of color throughout the growing season. Read more now.

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The end of summer doesn’t have to mean the end of color, texture, and interest in the garden. Here are 15 cool-weather perennials that can invigorate your landscape with vivid blossoms and foliage as the days start to grow shorter. Extend the growing season with your new autumn favorites in this guide. Read more now.

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Sweet irises have attractive, variegated leaves, and lavender-colored flowers that are so fragrant they're used in some of the finest perfumes in the world. Despite their elegant appearance, they're tough and adaptable, thriving in all kinds of conditions. Learn how to grow Iris pallida in this guide. Read more now.

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Lovely as roses are, they are prone to disease, and knowing what to do early on is key to protecting the health of your plants. Our guide describes the common rose diseases you are most likely to encounter and offers effective treatment plans for each. Check out our solutions to your roses’ woes now in this guide.

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Snow-in-summer (Cerastium tomentosum) forms a low, silvery carpet of felted foliage, topped with a heavy flush of small white flowers in late spring and early summer. This tough, drought-tolerant perennial is perfect for rock gardens, slopes, and dry walls. Learn how to grow and care for snow-in-summer in this guide.

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Bat flower (Tacca chantrieri) produces blooms with deep purple-black bracts shaped like bat wings and long, whisker-like bracteoles trailing beneath. Native to Southeast Asian rainforests, this species thrives in shade to dappled light and humus-rich, evenly moist soil. Learn how to grow bat flower in this guide.

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German bearded irises produce ruffled, richly colored blooms with velvety "beards" and flower forms ranging from classic solids to dramatic bicolors. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, returning year after year with minimal fuss. Learn how to grow and care for German bearded irises in this guide. Read more.

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Tropical popcorn cassia has terminal clusters of bold yellow blossoms and upright stems that provide garden beds with a dynamic backdrop. A sun-loving perennial in Zones 9 to 11, this fast-growing species is suited to annual cultivation in Zones that freeze. Learn how to grow and care for popcorn cassia in this guide.

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Japanese irises produce big, ruffled blooms in shades of purple, blue, pink, and white, making a dramatic statement in the landscape. They thrive in soggy, low-lying spots where other perennials struggle and also shine as specimens or as a backdrop for shorter plants. Learn how to grow Japanese irises in this guide.

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Tower of jewels, Echium wildpretii, is a biennial suited to cultivation in Zones 9 to 11. It is prized for its stunning display of deep pink to red flower cones above a rosette of silvery foliage. Cultural requirements include full sun and cool, dry air. Learn more about this fascinating species in this guide. Read more.

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Heliotropes charm with clusters of fragrant purple, blue, or white flowers, with a fragrance often compared to vanilla or cherry pie. These sun-loving annuals or tender perennials attract butterflies and bees while filling the air with sweetness. Learn how to grow and care for heliotropes in this guide. Read more now.

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Astilbes provide a range of color options for the shade garden, and they look lovely when planted in tight groups. They offer a range of sizes and bloom times, appearing any time from late spring to late summer and provide reliable interest and appeal to your landscape. Discover 15 favorite astilbe varieties in our guide.

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Anemones are easy to care for and produce long-lasting, bright flowers, some are daisy-like while others resemble poppies. Depending on the variety, they flower in spring, summer, and fall, can be planted in sun or light shade, and make wonderful cut flowers. Learn about 15 of the best anemone varieties now.

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