{"id":36325,"date":"2023-03-30T09:03:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-30T09:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/?guid=b152208ecb2917daf1963e6d54444f61"},"modified":"2023-03-30T14:22:51","modified_gmt":"2023-03-30T14:22:51","slug":"garden-expert-approved-new-trends-and-plants-for-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/garden-expert-approved-new-trends-and-plants-for-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Garden expert approved: New trends and plants for 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bptVideoPlayerContainer\">\n<video id=\"bptVideoPlayer\" controls=\"controls\" controlsList=\"nodownload\" poster=\"https:\/\/d372qxeqh8y72i.cloudfront.net\/1041351652_video.jpg\"><source src=\"https:\/\/www.brandpointcontent.com\/videos\/41351_1041351128.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><source src=\"https:\/\/www.brandpointcontent.com\/videos\/41351_1041351128.ogv\" type=\"video\/ogg\" \/><source src=\"https:\/\/www.brandpointcontent.com\/videos\/41351_1041351128.webm\" type=\"video\/webm; codecs=vp8,vorbis\" \/>Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag.<\/video><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" id=\"bptVideoPlayButton\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/bc0c48e0f009c739023898764c14ae94.jpg\" alt=\"Play Video\" style=\"display: block; width: 150px; height: 150px; left: 50%; top: 50%; -webkit-transform: translate(-50%, -50%); -moz-transform: translate(-50%, -50%); transform: translate(-50%, -50%); position: absolute; z-index: 2;\" onclick=\"document.getElementById('bptVideoPlayer').play(); this.style.display = 'none';\" \/><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" id=\"bptVideoPoster\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/b8708137733a9d47db4db49a837ccdad.jpg\" style=\"display: none; z-index: 1;\"\/><\/div>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\nvar bptVideoPlayer = document.getElementById(\"bptVideoPlayer\");\nif (bptVideoPlayer) {\n    var cssText = \"width: 100%;\";\n    cssText += \" background: url('\" + bptVideoPlayer.getAttribute(\"poster\") + \"');\";\n    cssText += \" -webkit-background-size: cover;\";\n    cssText += \" -moz-background-size: cover;\";\n    cssText += \" -o-background-size: cover;\";\n    cssText += \" background-size: cover;\";\n    bptVideoPlayer.style.cssText = cssText;\n    var bptVideoPlayerContainer = document.getElementById(\"bptVideoPlayerContainer\");\n    if (bptVideoPlayerContainer) {\n        setTimeout(function () {\n            bptVideoPlayerContainer.style.cssText = \"display: block; position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px;\";\n            var isIE = navigator.userAgent.match(\/ MSIE(([0 - 9] +)(.[0 - 9] +) ?) \/);\n            var isEdge = navigator.userAgent.indexOf(\"Edge\") > -1 || navigator.userAgent.indexOf(\"Trident\") > -1;\n            if (isIE || isEdge) {\n                 fixVideoPoster();\n            }\n        }, 1000);\n    }\n    var bptVideoPlayButton = document.getElementById(\"bptVideoPlayButton\");\n    if (bptVideoPlayButton) {\n        bptVideoPlayButton.addEventListener(\"click\", function () {\n            bptVideoPlayer.play();\n        }, false);\n        bptVideoPlayer.addEventListener(\"play\", function () {\n            bptVideoPlayButton.style.cssText = \"display: none;\";\n        }, false);\n    }\n    var mainImage = document.getElementById(\"mainImageImgContainer_sm\");\n    if (mainImage) {\n        mainImage.style.cssText = \"display: none;\";\n    }\n    var mainImage = document.getElementById(\"photo-noresize\");\n    if (mainImage) {\n        mainImage.style.cssText = \"display: none;\";\n    }\n    var assetGallery = document.getElementsByClassName(\"asset_gallery\")[0];\n    if (assetGallery) {\n        assetGallery.style.cssText = \"display: none;\";\n    }\n    var assetGallery = document.getElementsByClassName(\"trb_article_leadart\")[0];\n    if (assetGallery) {\n        assetGallery.style.cssText = \"display: none;\";\n    }\n    var assetGallery = document.querySelectorAll(\"[src='https:\/\/d372qxeqh8y72i.cloudfront.net\/1041351652_web.jpg']\")[0];    if (assetGallery) {\n        assetGallery.style.cssText = \"display: none;\";\n    }\n}\nfunction fixVideoPoster() {\n     var videoPlayer = document.getElementById(\"bptVideoPlayer\");\n     var videoPoster = document.getElementById(\"bptVideoPoster\");\n     fixVideoPosterPosition(videoPlayer, videoPoster, true);\n     window.onresize = function() {\n         fixVideoPosterPosition(videoPlayer, videoPoster);\n     };\n     videoPoster.onclick = function() {\n         videoPlayer.play();\n         videoPoster.style.display = \"none\";\n     };\n     videoPlayer.onplay = function() {\n         videoPoster.style.display = \"none\";\n     };\n}\nfunction fixVideoPosterPosition(videoPlayer, videoPoster, display) {\n     setTimeout(function () {\n         var videoPosition = videoPlayer.getBoundingClientRect();\n         videoPoster.style.position = \"absolute\";\n         videoPoster.style.top = \"0\";\n         videoPoster.style.left = \"0\";\n         videoPoster.style.width = videoPlayer.offsetWidth + \"px\";\n         videoPoster.style.height = (videoPlayer.offsetHeight + 20) + \"px\";\n         if (display) {\n             videoPoster.style.display = \"inline\";\n         }\n     }, 1010);\n}\n<\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<p>(BPT) &#8211; No matter where you live or how green your thumb, you can enjoy the beauty and bounty of gardening at home. Now is the ideal time to plan a spring garden that will be the envy of the neighborhood.<\/p>\n<p>The experts at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballhort.com\/\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Ball Horticultural Company<\/a> share their recommended plants, top topics and tips to set up every type of gardener for success this year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Plants for your pocketbook<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Creating a stunning garden doesn&rsquo;t have to break the bank. To get even more bang for the buck, select hardy plants known to thrive through adversity or fast-spreading flowers that fill in quickly.<\/p>\n<p>New <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=009207300004054&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Hula<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=009207300004054&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">&trade;<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=009207300004054&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\"> Spreading Begonia<\/a> is a great example of a budget-friendly plant that quickly fills in garden beds with a blanket of high-impact color, covering the soil and discouraging weeds in minimal time. They&rsquo;re bursting with eye-catching blooms, very forgiving for novice gardeners, and are also great for outdoor hanging baskets and mixed containers.<\/p>\n<p>If heat, humidity or drought are a concern for you, opting for resilient flowering plants can help ensure greenery and blooms no matter the weather condition. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=004909533049624&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Angelonia AngelDance&trade;<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=004909533049624&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\"><\/a>, for example, thrives even in harsh conditions like high heat, producing tall flower spikes that are perfect for that cottage garden vibe. Additionally, because the stems are flexible, they bring awesome movement to your garden and you don&#8217;t have to worry about breakage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tropical colors delight<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tropical hues are trending, which is evident by the rich, pink shade of Viva Magenta selected as Pantone&rsquo;s 2023 Color of the Year. From deep burgundies to bright, energetic pinks, you can use florals reminiscent of a south beach escape to turn your outdoor space into a personal oasis.<\/p>\n<p>To add instant color to sunny spots, try all-season blooming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=048602869030939&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Easy Wave<\/a><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=048602869030939&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">&reg;<\/a><\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=048602869030939&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\"> Burgundy Velour Petunias<\/a> either solo or in mixed planters, baskets, gardens and window boxes. Brighten up shadier spots with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=034809534000893&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Glimmer&trade; Burgundy Double Impatiens<\/a>, which produce beautiful, rose-like blooms that are easy to maintain, as the plant&rsquo;s old blooms do not need to be removed as they fade.<\/p>\n<p>If you live in climates that require low-maintenance plants that can withstand chillier temps, try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=022506574019590&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Oscar<\/a><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=022506574019590&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">&reg;<\/a><\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=022506574019590&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\"> Cherry Velvet Dianthus<\/a>, which has frost tolerance and a soft floral fragrance. Another hardy option in a vibrant shade is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=024109036004112&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Sombrero Poco&trade; Hot Pink Echinacea<\/a>, a compact version of winter-hardy prairie coneflower, with bright, non-fading blooms. As an added bonus, the plant is known to be deer resistant and attract song birds and butterflies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Impress with vegetables<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you grow your own vegetables, you reap even more health benefits, including the positive emotional boost of being outdoors, plus you save money on groceries. This year, try unique homegrown choices that add fresh flavor to your meals and impress guests at your next gathering.<\/p>\n<p>To upgrade your vegetable platter, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=062000001049492&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Sun Dipper Tomatoes<\/a>. Their unique, elongated shape makes them easy to hold and ideal for dipping into your favorite spreads and party dips. Another visually mesmerizing variety is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.burpee.com\/pepper-sweet-mocha-swirl-prod600027.html\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Mocha Swirl Snack Pepper<\/a> from Burpee Plants. This sweet snacking pepper produces 4-inch fruits that ripen green and white at 50 days and then to rich chocolate-red stripes at 70 days.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re limited on space, you can still enjoy the benefits of growing your own fresh vegetables by exploring indoor, tabletop options. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.panamseed.com\/plant_info.aspx?phid=191400001051507\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Kitchen Minis Quick Snack Cucumber<\/a> are a restricted-vine crispy-and-delicious cuke that can be kept inside on a sunny windowsill or counter for a fresh harvest over a few weeks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Living color indoors<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Have you recently downsized, or do you live in an apartment, condo or townhome? No matter where you live, you can still enjoy the beauty and benefits of plant parenthood by exploring indoor-flowering varieties that brighten spaces and enhance interior design.<\/p>\n<p>Yellow is reminiscent of sunshine and conveys positive emotions, which is why the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=029008447006080&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">ColorBloom&trade; Gerbera<\/a> is such a happy addition to indoor spaces. Perfectly happy to grow in small indoor pots, you&#8217;ll enjoy long-lasting blooms when you place them in sunny locations throughout the home.<\/p>\n<p>If you prefer leafy varieties in your home, try color- and texture-rich foliage plants, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=009509215050322&#038;env=P\"  rel=\"nofollow\">Jurassic Dino&trade; Rex Begonia<\/a>. With bold patterns, including a beautiful rose-pink leaf color with green edges, white dots and a black leaf center, the plant sets the mood and accents any room. <\/p>\n<p>From indoor tabletops to outdoor landscapes, porches and beyond, garden experts agree: There are plenty of plant options to help you create a stunning space this year.<\/p>\n<a class=\"synved-social-button synved-social-button-share synved-social-size-48 synved-social-resolution-single synved-social-provider-facebook nolightbox\" data-provider=\"facebook\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"Share on Facebook\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fhomeimprovementblogs.com%2Fhg-blog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F36325&#038;t=Garden%20expert%20approved%3A%20New%20trends%20and%20plants%20for%202023&#038;s=100&#038;p&#091;url&#093;=https%3A%2F%2Fhomeimprovementblogs.com%2Fhg-blog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F36325&#038;p&#091;images&#093;&#091;0&#093;=https%3A%2F%2Fhomeimprovementblogs.com%2Fhg-blog%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F09%2Fbc0c48e0f009c739023898764c14ae94.jpg&#038;p&#091;title&#093;=Garden%20expert%20approved%3A%20New%20trends%20and%20plants%20for%202023\" style=\"font-size: 0px;width:48px;height:48px;margin:0;margin-bottom:5px;margin-right:5px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Facebook\" title=\"Share on Facebook\" class=\"synved-share-image synved-social-image synved-social-image-share\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" style=\"display: inline;width:48px;height:48px;margin: 0;padding: 0;border: none;box-shadow: none\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/image\/social\/regular\/96x96\/facebook.png\" \/><\/a><a class=\"synved-social-button synved-social-button-share synved-social-size-48 synved-social-resolution-single synved-social-provider-twitter nolightbox\" data-provider=\"twitter\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"Share on Twitter\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhomeimprovementblogs.com%2Fhg-blog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F36325&#038;text=Hey%20check%20this%20out\" style=\"font-size: 0px;width:48px;height:48px;margin:0;margin-bottom:5px;margin-right:5px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"twitter\" title=\"Share on Twitter\" class=\"synved-share-image synved-social-image synved-social-image-share\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" style=\"display: inline;width:48px;height:48px;margin: 0;padding: 0;border: none;box-shadow: none\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/image\/social\/regular\/96x96\/twitter.png\" \/><\/a><a class=\"synved-social-button synved-social-button-share synved-social-size-48 synved-social-resolution-single synved-social-provider-reddit nolightbox\" data-provider=\"reddit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"Share on Reddit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/submit?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhomeimprovementblogs.com%2Fhg-blog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F36325&#038;title=Garden%20expert%20approved%3A%20New%20trends%20and%20plants%20for%202023\" style=\"font-size: 0px;width:48px;height:48px;margin:0;margin-bottom:5px;margin-right:5px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"reddit\" title=\"Share on Reddit\" class=\"synved-share-image synved-social-image synved-social-image-share\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" style=\"display: inline;width:48px;height:48px;margin: 0;padding: 0;border: none;box-shadow: none\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/image\/social\/regular\/96x96\/reddit.png\" \/><\/a><a class=\"synved-social-button synved-social-button-share synved-social-size-48 synved-social-resolution-single synved-social-provider-pinterest nolightbox\" data-provider=\"pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"Pin it with Pinterest\" href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fhomeimprovementblogs.com%2Fhg-blog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F36325&#038;media=https%3A%2F%2Fhomeimprovementblogs.com%2Fhg-blog%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2019%2F09%2Fbc0c48e0f009c739023898764c14ae94.jpg&#038;description=Garden%20expert%20approved%3A%20New%20trends%20and%20plants%20for%202023\" style=\"font-size: 0px;width:48px;height:48px;margin:0;margin-bottom:5px;margin-right:5px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"pinterest\" title=\"Pin it with Pinterest\" class=\"synved-share-image synved-social-image synved-social-image-share\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" style=\"display: inline;width:48px;height:48px;margin: 0;padding: 0;border: none;box-shadow: none\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/image\/social\/regular\/96x96\/pinterest.png\" \/><\/a><a class=\"synved-social-button synved-social-button-share synved-social-size-48 synved-social-resolution-single synved-social-provider-mail nolightbox\" data-provider=\"mail\" rel=\"nofollow\" title=\"Share by email\" href=\"mailto:?subject=Garden%20expert%20approved%3A%20New%20trends%20and%20plants%20for%202023&#038;body=Hey%20check%20this%20out:%20https%3A%2F%2Fhomeimprovementblogs.com%2Fhg-blog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F36325\" style=\"font-size: 0px;width:48px;height:48px;margin:0;margin-bottom:5px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"mail\" title=\"Share by email\" class=\"synved-share-image synved-social-image synved-social-image-share\" width=\"48\" height=\"48\" style=\"display: inline;width:48px;height:48px;margin: 0;padding: 0;border: none;box-shadow: none\" src=\"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/social-media-feather\/synved-social\/image\/social\/regular\/96x96\/mail.png\" \/><\/a>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div>\n<video controls=\"controls\" poster=\"https:\/\/d372qxeqh8y72i.cloudfront.net\/1041351652_video.jpg\" preload=\"none\">Sorry, but your browser does not support the video tag.<br \/>\n<\/video><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.brandpointcontent.com\/printsite\/images\/icon-play.png\" alt=\"Play Video\" \/><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/d372qxeqh8y72i.cloudfront.net\/1041351652_video.jpg\" \/><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>(BPT) &#8211; No matter where you live or how green your thumb, you can enjoy the beauty and bounty of gardening at home. Now is the ideal time to plan a spring garden that will be the envy of the neighborhood.<\/p>\n<p>The experts at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballhort.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Ball Horticultural Company<\/a> share their recommended plants, top topics and tips to set up every type of gardener for success this year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Plants for your pocketbook<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Creating a stunning garden doesn\u2019t have to break the bank. To get even more bang for the buck, select hardy plants known to thrive through adversity or fast-spreading flowers that fill in quickly.<\/p>\n<p>New <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=009207300004054&amp;env=P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Hula<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=009207300004054&amp;env=P\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u2122<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=009207300004054&amp;env=P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"> Spreading Begonia<\/a> is a great example of a budget-friendly plant that quickly fills in garden beds with a blanket of high-impact color, covering the soil and discouraging weeds in minimal time. They\u2019re bursting with eye-catching blooms, very forgiving for novice gardeners, and are also great for outdoor hanging baskets and mixed containers.<\/p>\n<p>If heat, humidity or drought are a concern for you, opting for resilient flowering plants can help ensure greenery and blooms no matter the weather condition. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=004909533049624&amp;env=P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Angelonia AngelDance\u2122<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=004909533049624&amp;env=P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><\/a>, for example, thrives even in harsh conditions like high heat, producing tall flower spikes that are perfect for that cottage garden vibe. Additionally, because the stems are flexible, they bring awesome movement to your garden and you don&#8217;t have to worry about breakage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tropical colors delight<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tropical hues are trending, which is evident by the rich, pink shade of Viva Magenta selected as Pantone\u2019s 2023 Color of the Year. From deep burgundies to bright, energetic pinks, you can use florals reminiscent of a south beach escape to turn your outdoor space into a personal oasis.<\/p>\n<p>To add instant color to sunny spots, try all-season blooming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=048602869030939&amp;env=P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Easy Wave<\/a><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=048602869030939&amp;env=P\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u00ae<\/a><\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=048602869030939&amp;env=P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"> Burgundy Velour Petunias<\/a> either solo or in mixed planters, baskets, gardens and window boxes. Brighten up shadier spots with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=034809534000893&amp;env=P\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Glimmer\u2122 Burgundy Double Impatiens<\/a>, which produce beautiful, rose-like blooms that are easy to maintain, as the plant\u2019s old blooms do not need to be removed as they fade.<\/p>\n<p>If you live in climates that require low-maintenance plants that can withstand chillier temps, try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=022506574019590&amp;env=P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Oscar<\/a><sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=022506574019590&amp;env=P\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u00ae<\/a><\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=022506574019590&amp;env=P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"> Cherry Velvet Dianthus<\/a>, which has frost tolerance and a soft floral fragrance. Another hardy option in a vibrant shade is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=024109036004112&amp;env=P\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sombrero Poco\u2122 Hot Pink Echinacea<\/a>, a compact version of winter-hardy prairie coneflower, with bright, non-fading blooms. As an added bonus, the plant is known to be deer resistant and attract song birds and butterflies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Impress with vegetables<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When you grow your own vegetables, you reap even more health benefits, including the positive emotional boost of being outdoors, plus you save money on groceries. This year, try unique homegrown choices that add fresh flavor to your meals and impress guests at your next gathering.<\/p>\n<p>To upgrade your vegetable platter, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=062000001049492&amp;env=P\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Sun Dipper Tomatoes<\/a>. Their unique, elongated shape makes them easy to hold and ideal for dipping into your favorite spreads and party dips. Another visually mesmerizing variety is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.burpee.com\/pepper-sweet-mocha-swirl-prod600027.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Mocha Swirl Snack Pepper<\/a> from Burpee Plants. This sweet snacking pepper produces 4-inch fruits that ripen green and white at 50 days and then to rich chocolate-red stripes at 70 days.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re limited on space, you can still enjoy the benefits of growing your own fresh vegetables by exploring indoor, tabletop options. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.panamseed.com\/plant_info.aspx?phid=191400001051507\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Kitchen Minis Quick Snack Cucumber<\/a> are a restricted-vine crispy-and-delicious cuke that can be kept inside on a sunny windowsill or counter for a fresh harvest over a few weeks.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Living color indoors<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Have you recently downsized, or do you live in an apartment, condo or townhome? No matter where you live, you can still enjoy the beauty and benefits of plant parenthood by exploring indoor-flowering varieties that brighten spaces and enhance interior design.<\/p>\n<p>Yellow is reminiscent of sunshine and conveys positive emotions, which is why the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=029008447006080&amp;env=P\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">ColorBloom\u2122 Gerbera<\/a> is such a happy addition to indoor spaces. Perfectly happy to grow in small indoor pots, you&#8217;ll enjoy long-lasting blooms when you place them in sunny locations throughout the home.<\/p>\n<p>If you prefer leafy varieties in your home, try color- and texture-rich foliage plants, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ballseed.com\/WEBTRACKPLANTINFO.ASPX?PHID=009509215050322&amp;env=P\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Jurassic Dino\u2122 Rex Begonia<\/a>. With bold patterns, including a beautiful rose-pink leaf color with green edges, white dots and a black leaf center, the plant sets the mood and accents any room. <\/p>\n<p>From indoor tabletops to outdoor landscapes, porches and beyond, garden experts agree: There are plenty of plant options to help you create a stunning space this year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":114,"featured_media":20202,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-36325","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diy","category-home-improvement-blogs","has_thumb"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36325","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/114"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=36325"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36325\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/20202"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=36325"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=36325"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/homeimprovementblogs.com\/hg-blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=36325"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}