SUN Ideas, Tips & Guides

There are few better ways to enjoy your garden and soak up the sun’s rays than with a garden lounger. This must-have piece of furniture is great for making sure you get your daily dose of vitamin D plus, they’re brilliantly uncomplicated – a light, airy bed for lazing in the sun.

The Devil’s Ivy is a spectacular houseplant but it can stop growing the way you want it if you’re going to neglect it too much. If your plant is also suffering from lackluster growth, then here are the top tips on How to Turn Leggy Pothos Plant Bushier!

A parasol is just the thing to help keep you cool and shaded in the garden this summer. The right garden parasol could help provide the finishing touch to your garden’s décor, or help you to better enjoy your garden with the people close to you. To help you choose the best parasol for your garden, we’ve compiled this list of garden parasols.

Gulf Stream Nandina – a captivating plant whose fiery red foliage and lush, compact form create a spectacle in any landscape. What’s more? It also makes for a cute indoor plant!

Every fall, I look forward to the flowers of Blue Mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum) blooming next to the creek that runs through my neighborhood. The blue flowers resemble the annual flower, Ageratum, and one of its common names is Wild Ageratum. However, Blue Mistflower is a perennial wildflower.

Purple bulb flowers offer more than just a visual feast; they bring an aura of deep hues to  any outdoor space.

Probably one of the most difficult tasks in the garden is hillside full sun landscaping. Slopes are prone to erosion, which makes full sun hillside erosion control ground cover a real challenge. The question is, what is the best ground cover for slopes in full sun? Keep reading to learn about hillside ground cover in full sun, as well as trees and shrubs suited to full sun slopes.

Sedum Nussbaumerianum – an enchanting succulent that promises more than just low-maintenance care. With its rich, golden-yellow leaves that take on a captivating orange or copper hue when exposed to the sun, this resilient plant is a living piece of art!

Finding a plant that attracts hummingbirds, blooms until frost, and grows well in shade can be challenging. Turk’s Cap, Malvaviscus arboreus var. drummondii, fits that bill.

Kalanchoe Millotii—a mesmerizing plant with a foliage that’s akin to soft velvet and carries a silver sheen. Known for its low-maintenance care routine and stunning aesthetic, this captivating succulent is great for small spaces!

Fionuala Campion says in her article, Dazzling Deer-Resistant Perennials, “Though very graceful and delightful to behold in their native habitat, deer are a voracious force to reckon with in many Northern California gardens, particularly in summer and fall.” But these majestic creatures are not just an issue for gardeners on the west coast. There are populations of deer in all 50 states, and all are munching on the many different plants we’re growing across the country.

Fionuala Campion says in her article, Dazzling Deer-Resistant Perennials, “Though very graceful and delightful to behold in their native habitat, deer are a voracious force to reckon with in many Northern California gardens, particularly in summer and fall.” But these majestic creatures are not just an issue for gardeners on the west coast. There are populations of deer in all 50 states, and all are munching on the many different plants we’re growing across the country.

Fionuala Campion says in her article, Dazzling Deer-Resistant Perennials, “Though very graceful and delightful to behold in their native habitat, deer are a voracious force to reckon with in many Northern California gardens, particularly in summer and fall.” But these majestic creatures are not just an issue for gardeners on the west coast. There are populations of deer in all 50 states, and all are munching on the many different plants we’re growing across the country.

Fionuala Campion says in her article, Dazzling Deer-Resistant Perennials, “Though very graceful and delightful to behold in their native habitat, deer are a voracious force to reckon with in many Northern California gardens, particularly in summer and fall.” But these majestic creatures are not just an issue for gardeners on the west coast. There are populations of deer in all 50 states, and all are munching on the many different plants we’re growing across the country.

Victoria Pearson

If you have a dog, you might be interested in growing a lawn that’s not only pleasing to the human eye but also to your pet. Below are some of the Best Grass for Dogs that are generally pet-friendly and tips on how to grow each one.

If you want to bring home a unique variegated foliar specimen, you must learn everything about How to Grow Wax Ivy Indoors discussed below. It looks spectacular with its waxy and shiny foliage!

If you are looking for plants to keep on counters and coffee tables for a lush tropical look indoors, then here are the Best Tabletop Palms you must grow!

It can be hard enough finding suitable shade plants, and choosing the best plants for shady slopes is even harder. The plants need to be be sturdy enough to cling to a slope and also tolerate low light. They are out there, though, if you know where to look. Erosion control shade plants may be bushes, grasses or low groundcovers, and should be adaptable to the site conditions.

Imagine aloes that aren’t just green but boast streaks, bands, or even entire leaves of radiant white, introducing an entirely new palette to your succulent collection. Sounds exciting? Read on to learn about the most eye-catchingWhite Aloe Varieties!

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Check out some of the most stunningFall Flowers for Containers that will help you to make a beautiful autumn landscape full of vivid colors!

Discover the vibrant allure of Nebraska state flower—Goldenrod, a symbol of resilience and natural beauty that captivates everyone from garden enthusiasts to environmentalists. As this sun-kissed perennial bursts into brilliant yellow plumes, it not only transforms the landscape into a golden paradise but also invites a myriad of pollinators, enriching biodiversity. Let’s unravel the fascinating story of Goldenrod, a flower that’s so much more than meets the eye!

Strelitzia Nicolai is known for its large, banana-like leaves and striking white and blue flowers that resemble a bird’s head, giving it the name White Bird of Paradise. This easy-to-care plant looks breathtaking in containers and other planters with its striking foliage. Read on to learn about Strelitzia Nicolai Care.

Dazzled by the big, bold inflorescences of pampas grass (Cortaderia selloana and cvs., Zones 5–11) but not the invasiveness? Check out Golden Sunset® yellow prairie grass. This native, selected by the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, will knock your socks off with its large, golden, featherlike plumes that appear in late summer and remain attractive through winter. Unlike other yellow prairie grasses, this sturdy, upright cultivar is no floppy pushover. It is an excellent choice for screening and creating dramatic sweeps of interest in the landscape.

If your garden is looking lacklustre, a container bursting with vibrant autumnal plants is the quickest and easiest way to give it a boost. There’s a host of beautiful plants that are looking their best right now, that will thrive in a container. Here, we share some of our favourite plants for autumn pots. There are options to suit every colour scheme, and plants that will thrive in sun or shade. Our choices include recommendations from the Gardeners’ World team and familiar faces from across the gardening industry.

Syngonium Pink Splash is a popular houseplant known for its beautiful pink and green foliage. In this guide, we will provide you with all the essential care tips and tricks you need to know to help your plant thrive!

Arugula seeds are always on my “to-plant” list. I enjoy the spicy, peppery flavor of the serrated leaves, harvesting them to add to salads and stir-fries, or to put on pizza. Arugula flowers are their own delicacy, adding a unique flavor to savory dishes. In this article, I’m going to share some tips on getting the most out of your arugula harvest, what to do with the flowers, and how to save the seeds to grow more.

Whether you’re looking to brighten up a spring evening, help extend warm summer nights, or create your own winter wonderland, a garden lantern will help do the trick. They are great additions to your outdoor space and can be used to illuminate paths and doorways, frame dining spaces and water features, or simply provide a unique decorative addition to your garden.

Trees are among the most majestic plants in the landscape, and they are essential components of Earth’s ecology. We literally could not survive without these large, beautiful, and life-sustaining botanical wonders. However, unlike herbaceous plants, trees often require a considerable investment of time and money to reach their full potential in cultivated landscapes. Because there are a lot of trees to choose from, we want to get our tree choices right the first time.

When you’re working outside, whether pruning, weeding, digging, or planting, it’s important you’re dressed for the job. Wearing the correct clothing helps to protect you and also allows you to comfortably stay in the garden no matter the weather.

Here’s an exclusive list of the Best Red Tropical Plants for Growing Indoors & Outdoors! Some of them are popular for their spectacular red foliage, while others are valued most for their patterned, variegated leaves.

Fall has arrived in South Carolina! Native fall-blooming wildflowers, with their flower colors of intense purple, yellow, orange, and white hues, brighten up the autumn landscape. One of my favorites is Ironweed (Vernonia species), with its vivid, deep purple flowers that bloom in late summer to early fall.

If you’ve ever wondered how to amplify those radiant hues of Cordyline Plant to make them the show-stopping centerpiece of your indoor or outdoor space, you’re in for a treat! Discover science-backed techniques that are not just about maintaining your Cordyline, but about elevating its colors to levels you never thought possible. Read on to delve into the best tips on How to Enhance the Color of Cordyline Plant!

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My taste in plants is not exactly traditional. Somewhere along the line, when my gardening priorities shifted toward sustainability, my passion for pretty things morphed into an appreciation for survivalists. I’m fascinated by the ways in which plants have evolved to withstand voracious herbivores and fluctuating climate extremes. The tougher a plant is, the more I like it.