"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you're looking for a hardy, low-maintenance flower that grows low and looks beautiful, then geraniums ...

Gaillardia, sometimes known as blanket flower, can be annuals, biennials, or perennials (check the seed packet). They have hairy leaves and showy daisy-like blossoms, usually in various combinations ...

Geraniums (Pelargonium) are arguably some of the most popular plants in U.S. gardens. Not only do they show off a range of colorful flowers, but gardeners also appreciate the fresh scents these plants ...

I have added an unusual new plant for my garden, a Pelargonium appendiculatum (no common name in English). I’ll provide information about this plant, but to begin let’s look into its relatives. The ...

Starting seeds indoors in January can give you a head start on masses of summer blooms, especially for slow-establishing species and ones that like mild temps.

Geraniums. The word brings to mind images of baseball-size red or orange flowers that are boldly held above bright green scalloped leaves. They’re a lot like lollipops of the plant world — sweet but ...

Q: This morning, I found blossoms on my jade plant! It started as a little plant from an arrangement from my father's 2002 funeral that has been propagated into two large plants. I have never seen ...

Q: I bought hanging baskets of my old dependable ivy geraniums in early May. They look beautiful and sent up flower buds. The stem is green, but the blossoms die before they open. Any suggestions? A: ...