Amaryllis Arrangements
Big, showy amaryllis flowers hold their own in complex arrangements or as simple containers of forced blossoms
Winter Berries for the Garden (and Arrangements)
When the flowers are gone, some leave behind a decorative winter surprise. Plantsman and garden designer Ryan Gainey expounds on several of these bountiful berries
Harvesting Rose Hips
Even after the blooms are gone, roses live on. Garden designer Troy Rhone shares tips for selecting and harvesting rose hips for flower arrangements.
Spring Bulbs for Fall Planting
P. Allen Smith makes the pain-free job of planting bulbs even easier with the help of some classic spring bulb “recipes” and flower combinations
Zinnia Flowers Save the Day
If the summer heat is wearing out your garden, colorful zinnias will save the day. P. Allen Smith shares tips for growing zinnias and some of his favorite zinnia varieties
Growing Orchids at Home
Becky Brinkman, the Fuqua Orchid Center Manager for the Atlanta Botanical Garden, shares tips for selecting healthy orchid plants, growing them at home, and daily care of your orchids
Hydrangea Varieties for Every Garden
Heirloom hydrangeas will always have a place in the garden, but P. Allen Smith hopes you consider one of the newer hydrangea varieties if a spot opens up in your garden
Fragrant Flowers
The late garden designer and author, Ryan Gainey shared how a fragrant garden rewards its keeper
Salvia Varieties for Your Garden
Landscape and garden designer P. Allen Smith shares some of his favorite salvia varieties for adding flavor to the garden and the kitchen
Designers’ Favorite Flowers…
We often ask the question, “What is your favorite flower?” Look back at some selections and ponder your choice for best blossom
Espalier Fruit Trees
Think along different lines for a tasty way of achieving a more sustainable garden landscape
Rose Remembered
Artist Sally Legg reminisces about her father and his roses in picture and in prose