Peonies come in a wide range of colors, though some are easier to find than others. These plants can produce blooms in shades of pink, red, white, yellow, orange, yellow, and purple.

A common issue with hydrangeas is leaves or flowers turning brown, and in these instances, you need to identify the problem in order to resolve it. Here we look at the various factors that can cause hydrangeas to turn brown and die back, and what it is you can do about it.

For most types of hydrangeas, their root systems will remain within the top six inches of the soil. This makes a hydrangea root system remarkably shallow considering the size of the plant. In terms of width, the roots of hydrangea will typically spread horizontally as far as the drip line of the plant.

The length of time it will take for a hydrangea to start blooming will be dependent on a number of things, including the type of hydrangea you have, the climate it is grown in, and how you have been caring for the plant. Here we explain why your hydrangea may not be blooming yet, and what you can do to help it.

Texas Lantana plants are commonly found in, you guessed it, Texas. They also grow natively across much of the southern US. These low growing shrubs are incredibly easy to care for, and make for excellent groundcover in rock gardens or between larger shrubs and trees. They flower freely in bright and bold colors for a long period from spring and into fall, adding color and interest to the landscape. Here we explore the Texas Lantana in more depth, and explain how to best grow and care for this attractive deciduous plant.

The Black Mangrove is an important species which helps to stabilize the shoreline in the coastal regions where it grows natively. It is also a beautiful evergreen plant that grows well in home gardens where the soil is consistently moist or wet. Here we explore how to best grow and care for your Black Mangrove.

The White Dogwood tree is a popular deciduous landscape tree that can be seen growing naturally throughout the eastern United States. It is hugely popular as an ornamental specimen in home gardens, because it provides interest through all four seasons, and it is easy to care for. Here we take a closer look at the White Dogwood tree, and explain how to best look after it.

The Smooth Alder grows as a large shrub or small multi-stemmed tree. It is a deciduous plant, growing natively in North America, from Nova Scotia in eastern Canada down to Florida and Texas in the southeastern United States. It thrives in a wide range of climates, and can also tolerate a variety of growing conditions.

Miniature White Cucumbers are an old favorite among specialist growers and home gardeners. These plants are easy to grow, and very rewarding, supplying the grower with an abundance of versatile mini cucumbers.

Cucumber plants are not hardy, but as they are annuals grown during spring and summer, they are well suited to growing in most climates where summers are consistently warm. If you live in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 12, you can grow cucumber plants outside.

There are many plants that thrive in sandy soils, so a sandy garden can still be lush and productive, you just need to choose your plants carefully to ensure their requirements align with your soil type.

Plants that bloom all summer long are always hugely popular in home gardens because they add beauty and color to the garden, and are able to be enjoyed and appreciated for an extended period of time. Plants that bloom for an entire season which are also perennials are even better, because this means they will keep coming back each spring without having to be replanted.