The nice thing about filling flower pots with flowers is that you can move them anywhere to add instant appeal. Dress up your ...

The sweet, heavy perfume of the fragrant evening primrose wafts in the sunset on balmy summer evenings. The first night moths will soon come to pollinate the buds. The plant is just one of many that ...

We love fragrant flowers, with their amazing range of scents reminiscent of chocolate, cotton candy, and beyond. They have the power to trigger a memory—a pink peony can remind you of a favorite ...

Think your shady wall is destined to be dull? These fast-growing climbers turn gloomy into glamorous with gorgeous fragrance, ...

From mogra to champa, explore fragrant plants that can naturally freshen home gardens, balconies and outdoor spaces with ...

Full disclosure: I wasn’t always a fan of California native plants because, honestly, I didn’t know anything about them. I was too busy being googly-eyed over show-stopper ornamentals like roses. My ...

It is February, and our gardens are just beginning to wake up. In this unsettled time of year with regular frosts and frequent rain interspersed with brilliant sunny afternoons, many plants are still ...

Hydrangeas are great. However, if you're looking for a beautiful alternative to attract hummingbirds to your garden, then ...

Night-blooming jessamine Night-blooming jessamine grows best in light, sandy soil. It is tolerant to a variety of conditions and usually requires little care except for frost and salt protection. It ...

If you enjoy aromatherapy, you may want to consider adding some fragrant plants to your porch or in your landscape. They come in a variety of flower colors, amount of fragrance (ranging from light to ...

Fragrance has the ability to transport us to another time, another place, and — when employed in the garden — it can create magic. Many of our emotions and memories are closely linked, due to the ...

Amy Y. Conry Davis is a writer who specializes in green living, sustainability, and travel. She holds a B.A. in English from the University of San Diego. The rich floral smell of jasmine makes it a go ...