Alstroemeria (/ˌælstrɪˈmɪəriə/), commonly called the Peruvian lily or lily of the Incas, is a genus of flowering plants in the family Alstroemeriaceae. They are all native to South America, although some have become naturalized in the United States, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Madeira and the Canary Islands. Almost all of the species are restricted to one of two distinct centers of diversity; one in central Chile, the other in eastern Brazil. Species of Alstroemeria from Chile are winter-growing plants, while those of Brazil are summer growing. All are long-lived perennials except A. graminea, a diminutive annual from the Atacama Desert of Chile.

The calla lily is available in a multitude of colors, grows from rhizomes, and is ideal for use in beds and borders. You can also grow calla lilies in containers outdoors or as houseplants. Click here

Daisy, any of several species of flowering plants belonging to the aster family (Asteraceae). Daisies are distinguished by a composite flower head composed of 15 to 30 white ray flowers surrounding a center consisting of bright yellow disk flowers, though other color combinations are common.

Gardenia is a genus of flowering plants in the coffee family, Rubiaceae, native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Madagascar, Pacific Islands,[1] and Australia.[2]

Carnation, species of flowering plant of the pink family (Caryophyllaceae), native to the Mediterranean region. It is widely cultivated for its fringe-petaled flowers, which often have a spicy fragrance, and is used extensively in the floral industry.

Gerbera daisies are commonly grown for their bright and cheerful daisy-like flowers. Get information on growing gerbera daisy flowers in this article so you can enjoy them in your garden.

Learn how to grow happy blooming orchids in your home. They’ll thrive with a few specific growing conditions.

Tulips are a lovely spring-blooming flower that is one of the first to appear after winter. Learn how to plant, grow, and care for tulips with this growing guide from The Old Farmers Almanac.

Peony Plant Guide for tips on planting, growing, and caring for peonies and peony flowers in the garden.

Learn how to plant, grow, and care for dahlia flowers with this garden guide from The Old Farmers Almanac. Dahlias are breathtakingly gorgeous late-season flowers that bloom from midsummer through fall in a rainbow of color.

Learn how to plant, grow, and care for cheery marigold flowers with this garden guide. Including everything from planting marigold seeds to deadheading flowers.

Nothing is more beautiful than an azalea shrub in bloom. Click here to learn how to grow and care for azaleas.

Aster flowers add color to the autumn landscape while offering beauty with little work. Growing asters often bloom in late summer and fall, but the Alpine aster offers blooms in spring. Get more info

Buttercup, genus of about 300 species of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae. Buttercups are distributed nearly worldwide and are especially common in woods and fields of the north temperate zone. Several are cultivated as ornamentals and for the floral industry.

Learn how to plant and care for chrysanthemums, aka mums so that they come back year after year—including how to overwinter mums, with this Growing Guide from The Old Famers Almanac.

Geraniums are some of the most popular flowers, and for good reason. Well teach you how to grow these vibrant, easy plants.

How to plant, grow, and care for delphinium perennial flowers from The Old Farmers Almanac. Flowering all summer, delphiniums are butterfly and hummingbird magnets, too!

Learn how to grow gorgeous lavender. With its attractive foliage, vibrant flowers, and pleasing scent lavender is good for borders, perennial gardens or informal hedges. Lavender (Lavandula) is a Mediterranean plant that’s easy to grow and maintain. See pictures of varieties for USDA Zones 5 - 11.

Growing snapdragon in the flower bed provides cool season color to the garden. Learn how to grow snapdragon for early spring blooms using the information found in this article.

Zinnias are a long-lasting annual flower that pollinators adore! Heres the guide on how to plant, grow, and care for Zinnia Flowers from The Old Farmers Almanac.

Irises are easy-to-grow perennials with flowers in nearly every color of the rainbow. Discover the most popular irises including tall bearded irises, Siberian irises, Japanese irises, Dutch irises and more. Learn all about planting and caring for iris flowers, plus find 11 elegant irises for your own garden.

Rose, genus of some 100 species of perennial shrubs in the rose family (Rosaceae). Roses are native primarily to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. A number of species are cultivated as ornamentals, and some are the source of attar of roses used in perfumes.

Learn how to plant, grow, care for, and even harvest sunflowers with this garden guide from The Old Farmers Almanac.

Learning how to grow poppies allows you to use their beauty in many flowerbeds and gardens. Planting poppies is simple and rewarding with tips from the following article.

The common periwinkle plant is often spotted creeping down steep hillsides and banks, offering a green and growing affect in areas which might otherwise be bare. Learn about planting periwinkle in thi

Crocuses are one of the first flowers to greet us in the spring, often breaking through snow to do so! Heres how to plant and care for crocus flowers in your garden!

Learn how to plant, grow, and care for Black-eyed Susan flowers (Rudbeckia hirta). This native wildflower blooms from June to September, blanketing open fields with golden-yellow beauty.

Looking to grow daffodils in your garden? Learn when to plant daffodil bulbs, how to care for your daffodils, and what to do after they flower in the spring!

Petunia, genus of about 35 species of flowering plants in the nightshade family (Solanaceae), native to South America. The common garden petunia (Petunia ×atkinsiana) is an ornamental plant whose showy trumpet-shaped flowers make it popular for summer flower beds and window boxes. Petunia species

Ranunculus buttercup plants produce cheery multi-petaled flowers. Some love them, while some consider them weeds. Click for more.

Learning to grow violet flowers is easy. In fact, they pretty much take care of themselves in the garden. Read this article to learn more about growing wild violets and their care.

The dusty miller plant is an interesting landscape addition, grown for its silvery-gray foliage. Dusty miller care is minimal when the plant is established. Read this article to find tips for growing

Learn the essentials of planting and caring for hyacinths (Hyacinthus) and grape hyacinths (Muscari), including tips for planting in the fall and for forcing flowers indoors.

Annual begonias are a great addition to any shade garden. Click here to learn how to grow them the right way.

Camellia (pronounced /kəˈmɛliə/[2] or /kəˈmiːliə/[3]) is a genus of flowering plants in the family Theaceae.[1] They are found in tropical and subtropical areas in eastern and southern Asia, from the Himalayas east to Japan and Indonesia. There are more than 220 described species.[1] Camellias are popular ornamental, tea and woody-oil plants that have been cultivated throughout the world for centuries. To date, over 26,000 cultivars, with more than 51,000 cultivar names including synonyms, have been registered or published.[4][5]

Discover the secrets of growing clematis effortlessly! �df38 Learn from planting to pruning and get a beautiful garden full of blooms.

Learn how to plant, grow, and care for coneflowers with this growing guide from The Old Farmers Almanac.

Oenothera biennis, the common evening-primrose,[3] is a species of flowering plant in the family Onagraceae, native to eastern and central North America, from Newfoundland west to Alberta, southeast to Florida, and southwest to Texas, and widely naturalized elsewhere in temperate and subtropical regions.[4]Evening primrose oil is produced from the plant.[5]

Forget-me-nots are easy to grow... perhaps too easy. Click here to learn about this popular but invasive flower.

A forsythia plant can add dramatic flair to a yard in the early spring and are among the first plants to bloom. For tips on growing your own forsythia, read this article to learn more about forsythia

Grow freesia plants indoors or out. Learn when and how to plant and care for freesias. Great for cut flower gardens or grown indoors for fragrant winter blooms.

Learn how to plant, grow, and care for gladiolus—including cutting flowers and storing corms for winter.

Hellebores, commonly called Lenten rose, are early-blooming flowers that bloom from February to May. See our 17 favorite hellebore cultivars.

Growing hibiscus is an easy way to add a tropical flair to your garden. Click here for tips on hibiscus care.

This quick guide to hydrangeas will get you on the road to growing these beautiful plants in no time. Read all about hydrangeas here.

The heady fragrance of flowering jasmine in your garden only requires knowing how to plant and care for it.

Learn how to plant, grow, and prune your lilacs, one of the most carefree spring-flowering shrubs and provide a sweet, haunting fragrance, too!

For as popular as they are, poinsettias can be particular about their care. Learn how to grow one for years, not just the holidays.

The Queen Anne?s lace plant is a native wildflower herb. While in most places, the plant is considered an invasive weed, it can actually be an attractive addition to the garden. Find out more in this

Learn how to plant, grow, and care for rhododendron and azalea shrubs with this planting guide from The Old Farmers Almanac.