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5 Companion Plants To Grow Near Hostas For Season-Long Color

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:05:00 +0000

From colorful shrubs to vertical flower plumes, these hosta companions add color and interest that keep your garden looking lively well beyond summer.

This Charming White Shade Flower Is Nearly Impossible To Kill

staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:05:00 +0000

If you're tired of the same few shade plants, this contender is an excellent option -- it features white, bell-shaped flowers and tall, attractive foliage.

5 Plants To Grow Near Hostas For A Garden That's Nearly Impossible To Kill

staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:05:00 +0000

These tough companions thrive in the same shady, moist conditions as hostas, making them easy additions for a lush garden that can take a little neglect.

Use Concrete Blocks To Create A Budget-Friendly Raised Garden With This Clever DIY

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Who knew concrete blocks could do so much? This affordable DIY is easy to customize, built to last, and makes creating a raised garden surprisingly simple.

Outdated Boomer Garden Advice Millennials Absolutely Can't Stand

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:05:00 +0000

What one generation sees as gardening gospel, another sees as overdue for retirement. Here's where opinions are blooming in very different directions.

7 Of The Best Backyard Makeovers From HGTV's Flip Or Flop

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Thu, 21 May 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Fire pits, stylish outdoor living spots, and unique and unexpected green spaces. These backyard makeovers from Flip or Flop are serious upgrade goals.

Give Your Garden A Grand Entrance With HGTV's David Bromstad's DIY Outdoor Curtains

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Thu, 14 May 2026 14:05:00 +0000

If you've got a garden arch and a few basic knot-tying skills, this DIY upgrade can give your outdoor space a welcome worthy of a double take.

The Joanna Gaines Garden Decor That Has Not Aged Well

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Sun, 03 May 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Any style can date itself. If you embraced this Joanna Gaines garden trend, don't worry - there are plenty of easy ways to bring your space back up to speed.

How Joanna Gaines Transformed Her Rose Shed Into A Gothic Paradise

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Obsessed with Joanna Gaines' gothic rose shed? With a few tweaks, you can bring that same moody vibe to your own backyard - no farmhouse empire required.

Chaos Gardening Might Be The Easiest Way To Grow Flowers

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:05:00 +0000

Skip the sometimes-invasive wildflower mixes and puts those old seed packets to good use - get the seeds and soil conditions right and let nature do the rest.

The Charming Inspiration Behind Joanna Gaines' 2026 Garden

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Step into a storybook - Joanna Gaines' 2026 garden draws from a classic tale you can recreate right in your own backyard with the right mix of flowers.

The Sweet Way Joanna Gaines Keeps Unwanted Bugs Out Of Her Garden

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

The HGTV star has a surprising trick for keeping garden pests at bay - and depending on the rules in your municipality, you might be able to give it a try.

The One Vegetable You Probably Shouldn't Grow In A Pot

staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Container gardening is an accessible way to grow produce in small spaces, but this American staple food really doesn't do well in a pot. Here's what to avoid.

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 Gorgeous Trellis Joanna Gaines Had Custom Built For Hyacinth Vines

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:05:00 +0000

HGTV's Joanna Gaines knows that display is half the battle in the garden. Here's how you can build her gorgeous teepee trellis for your hyacinth vines.

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!

Don't Throw Out Old Birdbaths: Make This Charming DIY Plant Stand

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:05:00 +0000

As tempting as it is to just be rid of an old, unused birdbath, you can give it a second life in just a few steps by turning it into a DIY plant stand.

The Gorgeous Spring Flower That Could Actually Keep Mice Away

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:05:00 +0000

While no plant is completely safe from nibbling mice, this classic spring bloom is known to be very unappealing to them, unlike the often-targeted tulip.

The Leafy Vegetable You Should Be Growing In Containers

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:05:00 +0000

Dispel the myth that you need a raised bed or an acre of land to grow healthy food right at home. This nutritious veggie grows well in containers in part sun.

Attract Hummingbirds From Spring To Fall With This Gorgeous Fast-Growing Flower

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 20:05:00 +0000

This herbaceous perennial checks all the boxes for hummingbirds, and they have the added benefit of blooming across three seasons. Plus, they aren't too picky.