Now that the weather is cooling, you might notice that some of the plants we encounter look nothing like their mid-summer ...

And they might not be what their owner signed up for, as the blooming stage ... called monkey grass, the low-growing groundcover produces small flower spikes in late summer. Then, the purple ...

It works great in rock gardens, along paths, or as a filler between other low-growing shrubs and perennials ... though it might not bloom as much if it's in deep shade all day.

Peonies Peonies are hardy plants. There are peony varieties growing in most U.S. states. These low-maintenance perennial ...

Hibiscus plants, with their vibrant, show-stopping blooms, are a must-have for any garden. These tropical beauties can ...

Wild lupines tend to grow in areas with low soil fertility ... What are some good lupine companion plants for lupines? Flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer and that like acidic ...

During winter, gardens can often look dull and uninspiring as the vibrant colours and lush greenery of summer and ... which blooms with vibrant yellow flowers from November to February.

For an impressive splash of summer color, canna lilies make a bold statement. Bright red, orange, or yellow blooms ... its low-growing, matlike foliage, it sends up spikes of purple flowers ...