With that in mind, here’s a little shortlist of exceptionally reliable, versatile ornamental shrubs for the spring garden.

Philodendron remains an excellent house plant as it is air purifying. A winner in 2025, check out the "Orange you Gorgeous" climbing philodendron that is grown for interesting foliage.

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Even botanists can be surprised at the sheer variety of a houseplant often known only for being indestructible.

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If you have misconceptions or hesitance on double flowered Superbells calibrachoas, make this the year you try them.

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The Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis) is the easiest orchid to care for. It doesn’t mind neglect, even underwatering and rewards with almost three months of flowers. Choose an orchid that also has many ...

You can’t beat bulbs for maximum charm and minimum effort, and there are some floral superstars that are virtually non-fail ...

All these years later, I couldn’t even tell you what kind of plant that first pick was — just that I ended up killing it less ...

Just like the hoya above, the Heartleaf Philodendron has a romantic theme with heart-shaped leaves, and it’s another ...