Elara Bennet

Gardener, M.Sc. Horticulture Elara Bennet is a gardening writer from Austin, TX, passionate about sustainable lawns and blooms. Read full bio →

Elegant white lilies blooming in a garden during late spring, showcasing their purity and timeless beauty

9 Timeless White Lilies Secrets for Stunning Blooms

White lilies are perennial flowering plants known for their elegant white blooms, rich symbolism, and wide use in gardens, bouquets, and decor. There are several types of white lilies including oriental, stargazer, asiatic, calla, spider, and peace lilies each with different bloom times, sizes, and care needs. They grow well in USDA Zones 4–9 and […]

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Calla lily flowers blooming in a garden bed with lush green foliage

Calla Lily Secrets: 9 Expert Tips for Care, Types & Color

Calla lily (Zantedeschia) is elegant, funnel-shaped blooms that thrive in warm U.S. zones (USDA 8–10) and are grown as summer bulbs in cooler areas. These plants love rich, moist, well-draining soil and partial sun making them perfect for containers, flower beds, or indoor displays. Whether you’re planting lily bulbs or buying potted ones, they need

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Lily of the valley blooming in a spring garden with white bell-shaped flowers surrounded by green foliage.

Lily of the Valley: Top 7 Tips to Grow & Care Right

row lily of the valley easily! Learn how to plant, buy, and care for it like a expert. Fragrant blooms, shady spots get all tips now! Lily of the valley is a timeless favorite among American gardeners prized for its fragrant bell-shaped blooms, easy shade-loving nature, and ability to naturalize in even the trickiest corners

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Peace lily flower in decorative indoor pot with glossy green leaves and white bloom near a sunlit window

Peace Lily Flower Care: 9 Secrets to Grow It Right

The peace lily flower (Spathiphyllum) is a popular tropical houseplant prized for its white hood-like flowers and deep green leaves. Indoors, it typically grows between 1 to 4 feet tall, depending on the variety, pot size, and growing conditions. Peace lily flowers can appear multiple times a year when the plant receives proper light and

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Blooming lilies in a pot placed on a sunny patio, perfect for small-space gardening success

Lilies in a Pot: 7 Growing Secrets to Avoid Every Mistake

Lilies in a pot can be just as stunning as garden-planted varieties if you give them the right start. The key lies in selecting the right pot, preparing nutrient-rich soil, and understanding the specific light and water needs of each lily variety. I’ve found that deep, well-draining containers (at least 10–12 inches) help support the

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tulip bouquet arrangement in vibrant spring colors with roses and eucalyptus on a wooden table

23 Tulip Bouquet Ideas That Captivate: Colors, Weddings & Care

💐Cost Estimator Tulip bouquets are timeless, versatile, and effortlessly elegant when styled with the right mix of color, care, and seasonality. After years of working with tulips, I’ve found that freshness and proper conditioning are what truly set a tulip bouquet apart. From a simple hand-tied bunch for everyday charm to a lavish tulip bouquet

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pink tulips meaning and symbolism in spring gardens, showcasing light pink and hot pink varieties expressing affection and gratitude.

17 Pink Tulips For Every Garden: Meaning, Varieties, Care

Pink tulips are among the most cherished spring flowers, admired for their elegance, rich symbolism, and versatility in gardens, containers, and bouquets. They represent affection, gratitude, and grace perfect for both heartfelt gifts and vibrant garden displays.  Over the years, I’ve seen how the right variety, such as Pink Impression, pink parrot, or pink double

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Black tulips in full bloom showcasing velvety dark petals and elegant spring garden design.

9 Rare Black Tulips to Grow: Fragrant, Bold & Beautiful

Black tulips are among the most striking spring-blooming flowers, admired for their velvety, near-black petals that symbolize power, elegance, and mystery. Although no tulip is truly black, selective breeding has produced deep maroon and violet cultivars that give the illusion of pure darkness. These rare blooms became legendary through Alexandre Dumas’ The Black Tulip, symbolizing

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White tulips blooming in a spring garden bed with soft sunlight and green foliage in the background

White Tulips: 9 Stunning Varieties to Brighten Any Garden

White tulips are more than just garden classics; they’re symbols of purity, grace, and timeless elegance that suit any planting style, from formal borders to cottage gardens. If you’re planning to buy, plant, or decorate with white tulip flowers, here’s what truly matters: plant the bulbs in fall (September to November) before the first frost;

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