These prickly desert plants transform in spring with the arrival of their colorful blossoms

Drought tolerant and a bumblebee magnet, spiky Baptisia australis may be the easiest plant you ever grow

Whatever you bestow or receive for Mother's Day, lilacs can be an unmatched gift in the garden in May

Want to add the beauty of roses to your garden? Find out which ones, from old-fashioned to modern, are right for you

Have a damp, shady spot in your garden that needs a lift? This Southern U.S. native may be the solution

Try these trees for their good looks, delicious fruit and wide range of sizes — plus you can espalier them

Sprays of flowers characterize these New World orchids

This thornless, disease- and insect-resistant rose brings showers of white or yellow flowers to the spring garden

Plant tomato seedlings in spring for one of the best tastes of summer, fresh from your backyard

Plant a mini orchard in fall, winter or early spring to enjoy fresh-off-the-tree fruit the following year