Flowers
Get expert advice on growing and caring for flowers with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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How to grow pineapple guava – for evergreen foliage, vibrant flowers, and tasty fruit
Plant professionals share their growing tips for these South American shrubs and trees
By Holly Crossley Published
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Gwyneth Paltrow recommends these Valentine's Day gifts to upgrade your home – and they're not flowers
Give the gifts of comfort and beauty this Valentine's Day with the Goop founder's design-led gift ideas that you've probably never seen before
By Sophie Edwards Published
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Can you plant bulbs in January? Gardening experts reveal when is too late to plant this springtime staple
Planting spring bulbs a little later than usual can still provide a successful display if conditions are right
By Holly Crossley Last updated
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'A flower grown from seed is the perfect metaphor for our individual creativity' – why 2025 floral trends are about stepping back and letting nature ground us
Discover how to keep your floral designs fresh and current with the latest trend advice
By Rachel Bull Published
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How to grow muscari – professional tips for cultivating these these low-maintenance bulbs, for effortless carpets of indigo flowers in springtime
Vibrant muscari is so easy to grow you can virtually ignore it
By Lola Houlton Published
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5 lucky plants for good fortune – plant experts share their meaning and how to grow them in your own backyard
These plants are symbolic of wisdom, wealth, positivity, and more
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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What is your birth month flower? Discover why these blooms are meaningful – plus tips from gardening experts on how to grow them in your yard
Growing your own birth month flower is a beautiful way to add a personal touch to your garden
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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The Valentine’s Day drop everyone’s talking about – Le Creuset and Staub’s pretty pink designs are the perfect winter uplift for your kitchen
Forget flowers, these French pots and pans are the only thing on my wishlist
By Lydia Hayman Published
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How to make your home feel like your own again after hosting for the holidays, according to our editors
Restore calm and comfort to your home with our expert tips to refresh your space after festive chaos
By Charlotte Olby Published
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7 flowers to sow in January – plant seeds indoors this month for enchanting summer blooms
Yes, you can sow summer flowers this month indoors if you give them the heat and light they need
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to grow coneflower – expert advice on planting and caring for these exquisite perennials
You won't believe how easy it is to grow echinacea and fill the garden with spectacular daisy-like blooms
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to overwinter azaleas – and safeguard your plants until spring with this expert advice
Prepare now for spectacular results next season from these floriferous shrubs
By Jacky Parker Published
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Plants to Feng Shui a patio – 5 picks to create a soothing outdoor sanctuary
Gardening experts share their top suggestions, from leafy foliage plants to fragrant flowers
By Holly Crossley Published
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Best apricot cut flowers and how to grow them – 5 beautiful blooms for homegrown bouquets
These apricot flowers add warmth to floral arrangements and are easy to grow
By Holly Crossley Published
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Best witch hazel varieties – with unusual spider-like blooms to transform your winter garden
Witch hazel shrubs add color and scent to pots and borders when it is most needed during winter
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Hydroponic gardening mistakes – 5 common errors killing your indoor garden
There are a few things to keep in mind to grow plants in water successfully
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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When and how to prune a firecracker plant for compact, healthy shrubs with prolific flowers
The dramatic plant can be kept vibrant and bushy with regular trimming
By Drew Swainston Published
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Ranunculus and snake plant top the charts in trends poll – here's how you can nurture them at home
The announcement from 1-800-Flowers reflects a recent rise in popularity of this springtime favorite and houseplant staple
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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7 flowers to sow in December for earlier blooms and gloriously long displays next year
Sowing flower seeds indoors this month allows you to get ahead and the reward can be earlier flowers
By Drew Swainston Last updated
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I've grown vegetables for 12 years, and these are the best herbs, flowers, and fruit to use as lettuce companion plants – plus the ones to avoid
Get lettuce companion planting right and you'll get bigger, healthier crops from your kitchen garden
By Drew Swainston Published
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We discovered the easiest hack to improve soil quality just in time for World Soil Day – and all you need to do is grow these 5 plants
These plants will help your soil by boosting nutrients and improving structure
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Plants that complement hellebores – for colorful borders full of winter and spring flowers
One garden expert reveals the best planting companions for much-loved hellebores
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Martha Stewart's unique alternative to a traditional vase is the stylish way to keep cut flowers fresh for longer – and it's an emerging design trend for 2025
The homes expert keeps her chrysanthemums in a unique and innovative container – our style editors chose 6 beautiful picks to shop the look
By Sophie Edwards Published
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8 plants to prune in December for flourishing trees and shrubs next year
Both edible and ornamental plants will benefit from trimming this month
By Drew Swainston Last updated
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Christmas cactus vs prickly pear – here's how to tell them apart
Similar flowers, similar shapes - it's no wonder these impressive indoor plants get mistaken for each other
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Floral foam alternatives – 12 natural, eco-friendly and reusable options for your flower arrangements, including one you can grab straight from the kitchen pantry
Switch out floral foam for any one of these environmentally-friendly options and the planet will thank you
By Rachel Bull Published
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Christmas tree alternatives – beautiful plant swaps for your holiday decor
Instead of a traditional tree, choose to shake things up this festive season with some fabulous foliage and flowering indoor plants
By Jacky Parker Published
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Poinsettia mistakes – 5 to avoid this Christmas to keep this holiday houseplant happy
This festive favorite is notorious for wilting quickly when given improper care
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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How to grow tuberose – for clusters of sweetly scented blooms right through the summer season
Everything you need to know to ensure one of the most fragrant flowers you can grow thrives in your garden
By Sarah Wilson Published