Flowers
Get expert advice on growing and caring for flowers with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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How to deadhead dahlias – and keep these sensational blooms flowering well into the fall
Discover exactly when and how to deadhead these fall favorites for even more glorious blooms
By Rachel Crow Last updated
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How to harvest hollyhock seeds – to grow more summer flowers for free
The gardening experts share tips on how to save hollyhock seeds, including advice on timing and storage
By Holly Crossley Published
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Is it necessary to deadhead snapdragons? A flower expert reveals the secrets to snapdragon success
Deadheading spent flowers will keep your plot looking good and extend the floral show
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Why are my tomato plants not fruiting? 5 causes of blossom drop and how you can help pollination
An expert guide to avoid the troublesome situation of tomato plants not setting fruit
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to grow pale leather flowers – for a striking native clematis with unusual and extraordinary blooms
Pale leather flowers are a hit with wildlife, proving popular with butterflies and hummingbirds who are drawn to its striking blooms
By Thomas Rutter Published
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10 of the best perennials to plant in fall – for sensational summer flowers year-after-year
Fall is an ideal time of year to add many perennial plants to your backyard
By Drew Swainston Last updated
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How to deadhead penstemon – gardening pros share tips for tidying up beardtongue
Help these pretty plants bloom for longer with this simple task
By Holly Crossley Published
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7 flowers to plant in August – and reap the rewards with early blooms next spring
Hardy annuals to plant this month, along with tips for where and how to sow seeds
By Drew Swainston Published
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Is it necessary to deadhead lilies? Expert advice from a professional gardener
Deadheading faded lily blooms can improve the health and appearance of your plants
By Thomas Rutter Published
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These are the secrets to cosmos success – discover three key ways to ensure flowers bloom until the first frost
Keep cosmos flowering for as long as possible with our expert-approved tricks of the trade
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow passion flowers – for a spectacular and other-worldly flowering climber
Learn how to grow passion flowers this year and enjoy dazzling blooms every summer
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Looking for a colorful cottage garden plant that pollinators adore? Dianthus flowers are a surefire summer hit
This reliable and long-lasting perennial will fill your borders with dramatic color
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to combat scale bugs in your yard – expert advice to manage these sap-sucking pests
These garden pests can cause significant damage to crops and flowers, but there are effective ways to combat scale bugs
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to prune sunflowers for bigger blooms and healthy plants
Discover how to prune sunflowers by following our expert advice, helping you to keep your prized sunflowers blooming all summer long through to fall
By Ruth Hayes Published
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How to harvest marigold seeds – a quick and easy guide for fresh flowers next year
Save seeds from these vibrant beauties with these expert tips, including advice on storage
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to care for Knock Out roses – 5 key factors for healthy plants and vibrant blooms
Discover a wealth of tips from rose-growing experts for success with Knock Out roses
By Drew Swainston Published
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Do calla lilies multiply? Experts reveal how to grow more of these elegant flowers for free
Calla lilies are some of the most sophisticated flowers to grow in your yard. Here's how you can get more of them without buying new bulbs
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Ina Garten's 'magical' flower garden demonstrates the power of strategic plant placement – experts decode her technique
The Barefoot Contessa's summer flowers are an inspiration for gardeners everywhere – her planned flower placement has a stunning effect
By Sophie Edwards Published
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This native flower is a favorite of florists and for good reason – learn how to grow lisianthus and enjoy spectacular summertime blooms
Lisianthus blooms are just as impressive in a vase as they are in the garden border
By Thomas Rutter Published
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I'm an expert gardener, and these are the products you need to improve your success with indoor and outdoor plants
Recommendations from experienced gardeners to help your plants prosper
By Drew Swainston Published
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Deer resistant plants – 20 flowers and shrubs that deer hate
Discover an array of beautiful, deer resistant plants to keep your garden safe from local wildlife
By Melanie Griffiths Last updated
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How to grow nicotiana – 3 expert tips for showstopping flowering tobacco plants
Professional gardeners share top growing tips for the popular flowering tobacco plant
By Thomas Rutter Published
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5 signs your plants are suffering from heat stress – and expert tips to help revive them again
Extreme summer temperatures can sometimes cause more harm to plants than good. Here's what you need to know about plant heat stress
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Best part-shade annuals – professional gardeners recommend fast-growing flowers and foliage for shady borders
Even in darker yards, annual plants will add color and interest up until the first frost
By Thomas Rutter Published
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7 plants to deadhead in July – for an abundant display of blooms to enjoy
Deadheading is simple, effective, and can benefit lots of plants throughout the summer
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to grow ground cover roses – expert advice for abundant low-growing flowers
Ground cover roses are an unusual but easy way to add greenery to the yard
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to prune zucchini – why this often overlooked task is essential if you want the biggest yields
Will you be tempted to prune zucchini plants once you discover the potential benefits?
By Drew Swainston Published
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Why isn't my hoya flowering? Pro tips to encourage beautiful blooms
Help your wax plant look its best with this expert advice
By Holly Crossley Published
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How to grow and care for eryngiums – 3 expert tips for these drought-tolerant, sculptural summer flowers
Sea holly provides starry blooms in bright blue hues for borders and flower beds
By Tenielle Jordison Published