Petunias flower bed front yards

Petunias are one of the easiest plants to grow for beginner gardeners, but they still need proper care to bloom. Here is everything you need to know about them.

See how to fertilize your Wave petunias this year with the right nutrients to power big, long lasting blooms all summer long!

Petunias can also start to look a little sad if not pruned properly. Here's how to fix leggy petunias so they look full and beautiful again!

Landscape timber edging adds a tidy but natural look to garden beds, lawns, and other landscape features. Learn how to install edging with basic tools.

Explore the benefits of pinching back petunias to achieve fuller, healthier blooms throughout the summer. This simple gardening technique encourages lush growth and continuous flowering in your garden.

I first became interested in Mexican Petunias aka Purple Showers back in the Summer of 2011. That's when I was introduced to this fabulous purple perennial when I saw a little inspiration across the street, decorating their mailbox. See that inspirational flower photo at the end of this blog post! And, you can also see that bit of inspiration, although not so inspirational today, in my second photo below. Look closely. It has the scientific name of Ruellia brittoniana and is known as…

Need a pretty flowering shade plant? Consider Mexican petunia, aka Ruellia simplex, an easy-care beauty that likes sun, too. Learn more on Gardener’s Path.

See how to fertilize your petunias to keep them strong, healthy - and most importantly, blooming big all summer long!

I love adding creative or whimsical elements to my yard and gardens. One super easy way to do that is with a tipped or spilled planter. There are all sorts of e…