Plant Types & Guides

Looking for complete details about the different types of plants? Finding the perfect plant selection for your garden can be difficult, so you've come to the right place! In this section, you'll find list-based recommendations of plants based on your geography or planting needs. You'll also find plant profiles, container gardening tips, and more.

Coral Bells Growing with Purple Foliage in Garden

Plants

How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Coral Bells (Heuchera)

Thinking of adding some coral bells to your garden this season? Also known as heuchera, these low growing plants are a garden favorite for their colorful foliage. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner takes you through each step of growing coral bells, including their maintenance and care.

Gardener watering poinstettia plants with green watering can

Plants

How Much and How Often Should You Water Poinsettias?

Are your poinsettias getting enough water? These beautiful holiday plants make a beautiful addition to your home through the dreary winter months, but not without adequate moisture. In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood examines how much water poinsettias need, and how often you should be watering them.

drought tolerant plants

Plants

45 Drought Tolerant Plants For Dry Climates

Are you looking for a hardy plant that can tolerate some drought? There are a number of different plants you can choose, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at her favorite drought-tolerant plants for dry climates.

types of poinsettia

Plants

31 Different Types of Poinsettia Cultivars to Grow This Season

Are you thinking of adding some poinsettia plants to your garden for a little more holiday cheer? There are many different types of poinsettia you can welcome into your home. In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood looks at the most popular poinsettia cultivars you can add both indoors and outdoors this season.

cold hardy ground cover

Plants

15 Cold Hardy Ground Cover Plants For Cool Weather

Looking for a cold hardy ground cover plant to dress up your garden in cooler weather? There are plenty of different options to choose from, even in colder hardiness zones. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner looks at her favorite cold hardy ground cover plants, with names and pictures of each!

Red holiday plant poinsettia sitting in pot on bench

Plants

13 Popular Holiday Plants For Festive Gardens

Are you looking for some plants to spruce up your holiday decor? There are of plenty of beautiful plants that will fit that criteria, no matter where you plant to grow them. In this article, gardening expert Paige Foley looks at her favorite plants for a festive holiday season!

Plastic container with poinsettia plants sitting on an end table

Plants

11 Care Tips For Poinsettia Plants in Containers

Are you decorating with poinsettias this season? These festive plants have become a holiday essential, and we want to help you keep yours looking beautiful for as long as possible. In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood outlines 11 care tips for poinsettias in containers!

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Plants

27 Low Maintenance Plants That Thrive in Full Sun

Looking for some low-maintenance plants that thrive in sunny conditions? There are many different sun-friendly plants to choose from, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen lists her favorite sun-loving plants that don't require much work from you in the garden.

winter plants for pots

Plants

27 Perfect Plants For Winter Container Gardens

Are you looking for some cold-hardy plants for your winter container garden? There are plenty of different options to choose from, no matter your hardiness zone. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner walks through her favorite plants for winter container gardens.

Red and white Poinsettia plant growing in a container

Plants

How to Plant, Grow and Care For Poinsettia Plants

Are you thinking of adding a poinsettia to your holiday decor this season? This festive tropical plant has become the quintessential holiday floral. With many new options and colors on the market, there is sure to be a poinsettia that's perfect for your home! In this article, gardening expert Danielle Sherwood takes you through all you need to know about poinsettias and their care.

Different varieties of coral bells growing together in a garden. The foliage has many colors.

Plants

31 Different Coral Bell (Heuchera) Varieties

Heuchera, also known as Coral Bells, have many different-looking plants to choose from within the genus. Many are acclimated across different climate zones, giving you plenty of options no matter where you plan to grow them. In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner takes you through her favorite varieties of Coral Bells to try in your garden this season.

pollinator plants

Plants

37 Perfect Plants For Your Pollinator Garden

Thinking of planting a pollinator garden but not sure where to start? There are quite a few pollinator-friendly plants that you can grow in just about every hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen looks at her favorite plants you can use to create a beautiful pollinator-friendly garden!

Perennial Blooming After Frost with Deep Purple Bloom

Plants

25 Frost Proof Perennials That Can Survive Winter Outdoors

Are you looking to add some frost-friendly perennial plants to your garden this season? Believe it or not, there are plenty of cold hardy perennials that can survive in areas that get a bit more cold weather. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen walks through her favorite frost proof perennials to add to your garden this season.

A container plant combination idea filled with flowers of different colors. There are blooms of bright red, pink, and white in a gray pot. Behind the pot are other flowers planted on steps cascading down.

Plants

25 Beautiful Plant Combination Ideas For Container Gardens

Are you looking for some container gardening ideas to test out this season? There are plenty to try, depending on your climate! In this article, certified master gardener Laura Elsner takes a deeper look at her favorite container arrangements you can try this season!

A close up image of a plant growing on the water. Blooming with a flower that has pink petals and some white on the interior of the flower. The stamen in the middle is yellow.

Plants

21 Water Friendly Plants For Indoor and Outdoor Ponds

Are you looking for some plants that can grow in an indoor or outdoor pond? Finding the right types of floating plants for pond gardens can be a bit of a challenge! Luckily, there are many different options you can choose from. In this article, we take a look at our favorite plants that can thrive in outdoor or indoor ponds!

october perennials

Plants

15 Perennials You Can Plant This October

Thinking of putting some perennials in the ground this October? There are plenty of perennials you can plant, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago looks at her favorite perennial plants to settle into your garden in the month of October.

plants that attract dragonflies

Plants

15 Plants That Will Attract Dragonflies to Your Garden

Are you looking to add some plants that will attract dragonflies to your garden this season? There are plenty of beautiful options that will have dragonflies paying you a visit all season. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen walks through her favorite plants for bringing dragonflies to your garden this season.

budget friendly perennials

Plants

23 Perennial Plants For Gardeners on a Budget

Are you looking to start a perennial garden, but want to stay within a certain budget? There are many different perennial plants that you can grow, without breaking the bank. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen lists out her favorite budget-friendly perennials, with names and pictures of each!