Of all the many wide-ranging mint varieties, peppermint is the most pungent for companion planting, followed by spearmint.

“For year-round scent, it’s hard to beat lavender,” Kinley says. “In most U.S. hardiness zones, the branches will stay alive ...

Adding deliciously fragrant plants to any landscape can present an entirely new dimension to our garden design. Oftentimes choosing plants based on color scheme or texture is at the forefront when ...

Jasmine ( Jasminum officinale) is a perennial vine that grows well in containers so long as you use a trellis for the stems ...

Intense blue-purple flowers cover compact mounds of fine-textured foliage, creating jewel-like spots of color. Lobelia loves ...

Cilantro seedlings should be kept moist to encourage germination and healthy growth. As the plants mature, they require less ...

Squirrels are adorable, no doubt! But they are also pests that can ruin a container garden. One quick, DIY solution may be enough to protect potted plants.

WANT to add a dash of colour into your garden but aren’t sure where to begin? Climbing plants are a great option if you’re ...

Fragrant plants for your winter garden. Sweeten the aroma of your garden with daphne, sweet box and loquat. KATE FREY. FOR THE PRESS DEMOCRAT. February 27, 2017. 3 minute read. comments. It ...