"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 ...
Common geraniums in the Pelargonium genus are attractive container and bedding plants adding color and fragrance to the garden all season long, but did you know there are different types of Geraniums ...
These popular plants emit a scent when the leaves are brushed, from apple to peppermint to lemon, and they make ideal ...
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 ...
At the beginning of the 19th century, the geranium was a novel and beloved plant. Thomas Jefferson took some to the White House. But by the end of the century, people were sick of it. William Morris, ...
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How to Successfully Overwinter Geraniums

Choosing the right location can result in an abundance of geranium blooms in the summer. As winter approaches, it's important to prepare them early for the colder temperatures. Here's how to do it.
One of my favorite summer color annuals is the old-fashioned red geranium. This is one of the plants that could be considered an old timey flower whose time has passed, but I don’t think so. They are ...
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 ...
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 ...