Although the spider flower (or cleome) is somewhat of an old-fashioned plant, Hancock loves it for its “distinct look” that ...

DEAR FRANCES: Roses can, indeed, be grown from seed, although it isn’t a practice I hear about often from home gardeners. As with many plants, pollinated flowers give way to fruit after blooming, and ...

Transforming a bare patch of soil into one bursting with color and petals is exciting. Starting with seedlings may not be as appealing, especially if you're on a tight budget or covering a large ...

Which flower seeds are best? Starting a garden from flower seed is one of the most economical and satisfying hobbies a person can have. Rather than shelling out cash for more expensive, ...

Growing flowers from seeds is an affordable and satisfying way to enhance your garden with vibrant colors and textures. Not only is it budget-friendly, but watching flowers grow from scratch brings a ...

Editor's note: Once a month, the OSU Extension master gardener's office of Franklin County profiles a plant that occurs naturally in central Ohio. The common blue violet (Viola sororia) is both an ...

Want more butterflies and bees in your garden? Plant this native wildflower with blue-hued, nectar-packed blooms and you'll ...

Have you ever smelled sweet violets? If you live in Southern California, the chances are slim when considering the probability of engaging in this unique olfactory experience. During almost forty ...