Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

Do you ever wish you had fresh cut flowers for your kitchen table or a guest bedroom? It’s easy to grow your own colorful cut ...

May 6—Growing flowers to cut for homemade bouquets is a beautiful way to add a little color into your life — and your garden. To do so, you need to plan a cut flower garden with thought and ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." We love houseplants, but having fresh flowers around is good for the soul! And though you could easily ...

This Benary Giant Coral zinnia passed the “wiggle test.” Gently shake the stem at its base. If it remains firm, go ahead and harvest. Praying mantis hatchlings disperse and begin hunting for insect ...

These long-stemmed dahlias have a good start because they were harvested in the cool of the morning and tucked directly into a bucket with a few inches of water. How can I grow flower stems long ...

?A well-planned cut flower garden will fill your backyard with endless bloom and supply your vases and flower arrangements for months on end. Here are some tips to help you set up one: A cut-flower ...

Nothing brightens a room like a beautiful bouquet of flowers. And it can be fairly easy to grow your own. In Louisiana, there are many types of plants that can be planted in any season that make great ...

Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook. In recent years there has been a push to reduce lawn and to substitute native trees, shrubs and perennials that support pollinators and birds. I am all ...

Nothing beats the feeling of strolling into a farmer’s market and spying rows upon rows of gorgeous, fresh-cut flowers. For just a few bucks, you can take home a fragrant, vibrant bouquet to instantly ...