Flower Gardening

Who doesn't dream of having beautiful perennial and annual gardens? If you want your yard to be full of gorgeous color, then you’re in the right place! This section is all about flower gardening.

Start by learning how to Create amazing Perennial Flower Gardens, and Design your Annual Flower Beds. Then check out my list of the best Foundation Plants for the front of your house, and Ground Covers that grow well in the Shade to get more ideas.

Perennials Made Easy! How To Create Amazing Flower Gardens

Date: July 22, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 132 Comments

Sometimes you can get stuck in a rut and wonder how to keep your perennial gardens looking beautiful and colorful throughout the entire growing Continue Reading

Annual Flower Bed Design For Beginners

Date: May 21, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 4 Comments

Annual garden design is nothing to be afraid of, and doesn't have to be difficult or intimidating! In this post, I will walk you through how to plan Continue Reading

29 Rain Garden Plants For Sun Or Shade

Date: May 21, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 14 Comments

Choosing rain garden plants isn't as straightforward as it is for traditional flower beds. So in this post, I will give you tons of tips for how to Continue Reading

How To Build A Rain Garden Step-By-Step

Date: May 21, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 6 Comments

Building a rain garden is a bit more labor intensive than other flower beds, but it's really not that difficult. Below I will walk you through the Continue Reading

How To Design A Rain Garden Layout

Date: May 21, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 2 Comments

Planning a rain garden can seem complex, but it's really not that difficult. Once you figure out the best location for it, designing a rain garden is Continue Reading

Rain Gardens: A Detailed Guide For Beginners

Date: May 21, 2024 by Amy Andrychowicz | 20 Comments

Rain gardens are a great way to control damaging runoff in your yard. While the main purpose is to capture and filter rainwater, they are beautiful Continue Reading

When & How To Plant Spring Bulbs

Date: October 11, 2023 by Amy Andrychowicz | 14 Comments

Planting spring bulbs is a wonderful way to add early season color to your flower garden. In this post, I'll walk you through everything you need to Continue Reading

How To Care For Zinnias

Date: September 15, 2023 by Amy Andrychowicz | 10 Comments

Growing zinnias is easy and SO rewarding! Not only are they gorgeous and colorful, they also attract pollinators. In this post, you'l learn Continue Reading