In the fall when flowers are more scarce, pollinators will be especially happy to find these nectar- and pollen-rich flowers ...

Please remember, too, that some of our favorite garden plants also serve as food sources for the larvae of some of our most beautiful butterflies. Monarchs devour milkweed.

Butterflies need protection from rain and wind; make sure your garden is near trees and shrubs. Be sure to choose both nectar plants and host plants for egg laying.

Pentas, sometimes called Egyptian star, is native to Africa, Madagascar and the Arabian Peninsula. Dwarf varieties grow 12 to 15 inches tall, while larger types reach 18 to 30 inches in sun or ...

With the little rainfall in central Ohio this growing season, here is a list of flowering plants to consider for next year's heat.

When I post photos on Facebook, some followers always respond asking if my plants are in containers or in the ground. For some reason my Sunstar pentas are always in the ground.

Supertunias, pink petunias, pentas, lantanas and geraniums are some of the plants that thrive in North Texas and are reading for planting.

Plants designated as a Texas Superstar must not only be beautiful but also perform well for gardeners across the state. These tested landscape ornamentals are suited to the Texas climate.

A wonderful group of plants called gingers thrive in the heat and delight us with bold foliage and attractive flowers.

To start, I would first determine which butterflies are native to your area and make a list of their host plants. To find out this information go to the Calscape website at bit.ly/3zSptT2 and type ...