For plenty of colorful petals all through your garden, plant primrose! These water-loving plants appreciate some morning sun ...

Annual begonias are in magnificent color all over town. It's been a good growing year. However, another good begonia that is absent from many local gardens is the hardy Begonia grandis. And yes, it is ...

* What it is: Most begonias die at frost, but this one is a perennial version that sends up stems of nodding pink flowers from July into mid-fall, then dies back to the ground. Leaves are slow to ...

Master Begonia Elatior care! Get expert tips on winter protection (min 12°C), light, watering (avoid waterlogging!), and ...

As the heat of summer sets in, many plants take a break from flowering, but these stellar selections continue to bloom all season long. From annual bedding plants that just won’t quit, to reblooming ...

Most gardeners think they know the difference between annual and perennial plants. Annuals survive for just a season, whereas perennials come back stronger from the ground each year. Perennials are a ...

Q. Can come back each year? A couple of people in our community mentioned that their begonias came back each year. Do you think that is possible? I usually purchase some in quart containers and just ...

If you’re at a loss, you’re not alone. Many people aren’t aware of the definitions, let alone the differences, between annuals and perennials. In short, it all comes down to flowers that come back ...

There are a number of perennials that can work well as houseplants, suitable for a range of light and space conditions. Also, many tender perennials (those that are not cold-hardy in most climates) ...

The petunias are pooped, and even the boxwood seems bushed. With an unrelenting run of days topping 90 degrees, many outdoor plants are losing their luster. Brown is the new green. But don’t let that ...

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