CAMBRIDGE, England, Feb. 21 (UPI) -- Flower colors that contrast with their background are more important to foraging bees than spots or stripes on petals, British researchers say. Heather Whitney ...

Planted in a sheltered spot in the garden, the flowers and leaves of oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia) can last all ...

If your patio gets full sun (about six hours of direct exposure), it might be difficult to keep potted flowers from drying out or getting scorched in the heat. Luckily, there are plenty of colorful ...

Incorporate red hues into your landscape to catch the attention of hummingbirds. "Red is highly attractive to hummingbirds because it mimics the color of many flowering plants that are rich in nectar, ...

Contrasting flower color patterns that putatively attract or direct pollinators toward a reward are common among angiosperms. In the deceptive orchid Anacamptis morio, the lower petal, which makes up ...

Planning a garden of any size can be a challenge, so consider answering a few questions before you get started. Are you growing food, or is it merely a decorative space? Is there enough sunshine, is ...