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The Colorful Flower To Plant In May For Beautiful Blooms All Summer Long

staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:31:03 +0000

Plant this in May for a season full of bright red blooms - an easy way to add bold color and have pollinators flocking to your yard throughout the summer.

The Best Flower To Plant In May

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Looking to brighten up your garden this May? This stunning bloom is as beautiful as it is bold - guaranteed to add a vibrant pop of color all season long.

If You Only Plant One Flower In April, It Should Be This One

staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

If you only plant one flower this April, make it this natural hybrid from Mexico - easygoing, eye-catching, and blooming in a rainbow of colors.

Here's Exactly When To Plant Sunflowers

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Timing is everything with sunflowers - and it depends on whether you start them indoors or direct sow. Get it right, and enjoy standout blooms.

Here's When You Should Plant Marigolds

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

When it comes to the right time to plant marigolds, timing isn't one-size-fits-all - it depends on whether you start them indoors or outdoors.

How To Get Joanna Gaines' Look For A Stunning Cut Flower Garden Bouquet

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Growing your own flowers isn't as difficult as it sounds, so take a page out of Joanna Gaines' book and test out these three cut flower species yourself!

The Best Flowers To Plant In April

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Ready to plant? These April blooms are less about the date and more about the dirt - once the soil's warm enough to work, you're good to grow.

Joanna Gaines Took A 'Risk' On This Spring Flower - And Was Completely Won Over

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:05:00 +0000

When HGTV's Joanna Gaines tried growing this spring cut flower for the first time, she instantly fell in love with its delicate beauty. Here's how to grow it!

Easily Fill Your Garden With Colorful Blooms With This Fast-Growing, Self-Seeding Flower

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 20:05:00 +0000

This cottage-core annual flower is not only whimsical, but it also readily self-seeds in your garden, making it an excellent choice for a low-maintenance plant.

Transform An Ugly Tree Stump Into A Garden Showstopper (Without Expensive Removal)

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:05:00 +0000

This tree stump DIY is a way to add a bit of color and life to your yard while also allowing the stump to slowly decay naturally, saving you a lot of money.

The Best Time To Plant Tulip Bulbs For Stunning Spring Blooms

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:05:00 +0000

Figuring out when to plant tulip bulbs isn't necessarily straightforward, but once you understand this one thing about them, you'll know when to plant them.

What The Old Farmer's Almanac Wants You To Plant When Daffodils Bloom, And Why

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:05:00 +0000

Nature is full of little hacks to orient yourself in the garden, with the Almanac pointing to daffodils as one of them. Here's whay you should know first.

Get A Fixer Upper-Inspired Planter With A Gardening Rule Joanna Gaines Lives By

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:05:00 +0000

Joanna Gaines knows how to put a planter together, but she's not working with a secret technique. Here's the tried and true design formula she uses for them.

13 Varieties Of Poisonous Plants The Old Farmer's Almanac Can Help You Identify

staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:05:00 +0000

Do you know which plants are poisonous? There are toxic flowers and vines that you may want to avoid. The Old Farmer's Almanac may help you identify them.

Why Snow Is A Secret Weapon For Garden Bulbs In The Winter

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 21:05:00 +0000

While your fall bulbs are meant to withstand the cold, even they can be felled by winter. But snow could be your unexpected ally to give them their best shot.

7 Flowers The Old Farmer's Almanac Suggests Growing From Seed For A Gorgeous Garden

staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:05:00 +0000

Cut flower gardens seem intimidating, but resources like The Old Farmer's Almanac simplify the process. Check out these flowers that are easy to grow from seed.

The Eye-Catching Flower That The Old Farmer's Almanac Wants You To Grow

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:05:00 +0000

The Old Farmer's Almanac has been around for a while, and they really know what they're talking about with this whimsical annual flower that self-seeds.

7 Flowers You Should Be Planting In January For A Lovely Spring

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Thu, 22 Jan 2026 15:05:00 +0000

Not all flowers can be planted in January, but a mix of cold-season annuals and perennials that love cold stratification are both great options for it.

The Old Farmer's Almanac Names These 12 New Plants As Standouts For 2026

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 19:05:00 +0000

Every year brings fresh varieities to the plant world, from edibles to ornamentals, so here's a handy guide for some of the best of what's coming to 2026.

9 Flower Varieties With The Best Curb Appeal For A Stunning Landscape

staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 19:05:00 +0000

No matter your audience, planting flowers in your front yard is sure to leave a great first impression. From bulbs to natives, these 9 flowers leave an impact.