Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is an herb with needle-shaped leaves indigenous to Asia and the Mediterranean Basin. This popular evergreen shrub is a member of the mint family and is classified as a perennial, meaning it continues to regrow on its…

Knowing how to grow chamomile is a surefire way to fill your garden with daisy-like blooms from late spring to early autumn. These cheery white flowers with bright yellow centers have been popular since the Middle Ages. They attract pollinators…

Listed are a few sun-loving plants to add to your butterfly and bee garden. Coreopsis is a hardy member of the daisy family that you will find challenging to kill. The stalks can grow to three feet tall and offer…

There are dozens of different species and varieties of herbs that can be grown, but a few are particularly easy to grow. Here are few of the easiest herbs to grow in your garden: Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is an annual…

When choosing hummingbird flowers for your garden or landscape, look for blooms with rich, bright colors (red flowers are particular hummingbird favorites), long or tapered shapes that can accommodate the hovering birds’ long bills, and plentiful nectar to keep them…

Black-eyed Susans are native to North America and are also known as rudbeckia. They are a colorful addition to your garden and are one of the honeybee’s favorite flowers to visit. Bees are attracted to the bright yellow and brown-centered…

There are several plants that help support the bees and butterflies in your garden. Some seeds will have special labels to indicate particularly insect and wildlife-friendly species. Sunflowers are great for pollinators such as bees but are also a great…