Dyes are found seemingly everywhere in nature: in flowers, plants, fruits and veggies. And if you’ve always wanted to experiment with natural dyes, today’s the day! Not only is it incredibly easy to ...

Hydrangeas have a way of keeping gardeners on their toes. One season the flowers are soft pink, the next a vivid blue — or sometimes both, on the same bush. There’s something quietly thrilling about a ...

When I was in the 10th grade I learned how to change the flower color of the common garden hydrangea from pink to blue or from blue to pink. A neighbor who lived across the street from my childhood ...

Bigleaf hydrangeas thrive in morning sun, afternoon shade, and moist, well-drained soil. Regular fertilization and watering are crucial for healthy growth and blooms. Prune after flowering, but avoid ...

Severe freezes this winter have left our landscapes less attractive than usual as we begin to move into spring. Tropical plants that might otherwise be contributing foliage are brown or have been cut ...

This experiment demonstrates how plants transport water and nutrients through their stems. You'll witness the fascinating process of capillary action as white flowers transform into colorful blooms, ...

Wellbeing has been an increasingly prominent theme at the Chelsea Flower Show in recent years as more research emerges around the huge positive impact of gardening, plants, and nature more widely on ...

Choosing the right flowers is key to making pressed flower art. Opt for flowers with flat petals, such as daisies or pansies ...