Hydrangeas are exceptional in that the color of their flowers can change depending on the availability of aluminum ions.

St. Patrick's Day celebrations are filled with green beer, corned beef, shepherd's pie, Irish whiskey, and shamrocks, and everyone is Irish. This year, I was thinking about the plants and flowers of ...

Roses are red, violets are blue, but people want blue roses! In the industry of floriculture, the cut blue flower is a coveted product. So much so, that according to the Institute of of Vegetable and ...

As leaves mature, they take on the sea green color of the ordinary, non-variegated versions of these species. Moving on to ...

Native perennials like stonecrop and blue fescue turn your garden into a winter refuge, attracting robins and blue tits all ...

Keeping a garden vibrant in full sun can be a challenge. Many plants will wilt in the heat, and you might be left feeling resigned to flowerbeds full of dying blooms. But don't despair just yet – ...

Want to fill your sunny patio with vivid hues? From contrasting color schemes to monochromatic looks, these flower ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Many of our favorite flowers require full sun to grow. But, what about the corners and spots under trees ...

Ground covers can not only greatly enhance the look of your yard or outdoor space, but they also have some incredibly ...