Summersweet (Clethra alnifolia) grows blooms in clusters just like hydrangeas, only the shape is that of a bottlebrush. It is ...

Most hydrangea failures trace to one mistake: planting an old-wood bloomer where late frost kills the buds. Panicle wins for hands-off bloom across Zones 3–9; smooth is best in cold regions; oakleaf ...

Summer is here, and what better way to celebrate it than by enjoying the great outdoors in the warm sunshine? Dedicated gardeners will know that keeping beautiful gardens in top condition demands ...

12:22, Tue, Jun 16, 2026 Updated: 12:31, Tue, Jun 16, 2026 The start of summer is here, and what better way to mark the occasion than by soaking up some sunshine outdoors? Gardeners understand that ...

Healthy forests help combat climate change, provide humans with drinking water and even improve mental and physical health. But it's hard to imagine an entire forest in the middle of a big city.

It’s planting and pruning season! Sharing tips on caring for hydrangeas and iris, thinning overgrown plants, and finding success with Lowe’s home improvement garden selections. #GardeningTips ...

Every spring, I tell myself that I’m going to start a garden, and every summer, without fail, the only thing I have to show for my ambition is a dried-up pot of basil on the back deck. I’ve come to ...

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is considering removing the Tiny Tim plant, or Geocarpon minimum, from the endangered species list. Recent discoveries in Oklahoma have provided new data that ...

Coveting blue hydrangeas? The answer is in the soil. You can buy a beautiful blue hydrangea from the nursery, but it won't stay that way without help. In the absence of the right soil conditions, the ...

Many gardeners lack the space for traditional gardens but can grow vegetables and herbs in containers. Choose compact, bush or patio plant varieties specifically bred for growing in smaller pots.