Plant Guides
Welcome to the Plant Guides—your starting point for understanding the plants that shape a beautiful garden. This page brings together our growing library of in-depth profiles, videos, and practical advice for some of the most loved garden plants, including roses, hydrangeas, peonies, and many more.
Each guide is designed to go beyond the basics. You’ll find clear, experience-based insight on how plants actually behave in the garden—how they grow, what they need, where they thrive, and how to get the best from them season after season. Whether you’re choosing the right variety, learning how to care for it, or troubleshooting problems, these guides are here to give you confidence and clarity.
Think of this as your working reference—something to return to as your garden evolves and your knowledge deepens.
June Rose Care
June Rose Care: 5 Simple Tips for Bigger, Longer-Lasting Blooms 1. Deadhead the Right Way (It Makes a Difference) Not every fading bloom is ready
Fall Rose Pruning
Fall Rose Pruning: How to Prepare Your Roses for Winter (Without Cutting Too Much) Every year, as the leaves begin to fall and the air
Peonies
How to Grow a Dream Peony Garden (That Lasts for Generations) Did you know peonies can live for over 100 years—and still bloom beautifully? That’s
Hydrangeas
A Comprehensive Guide to Hydrangeas: Types, Colors, and Care Hydrangeas are among the most beloved garden shrubs in American landscapes—and for good reason. With their
Pruning Roses
How to Prune Roses Stop Ruining Your Roses: How to Prune Them Properly in Late Winter Pruning roses can feel intimidating—but it’s one of the
Daylilies
Daylilies: The Low-Maintenance, High-Impact Plants Every Garden Needs There are some plants that quietly earn their place in the garden—and then there are daylilies. Reliable.