Louisiana is a diverse state with many cultural influences and a unique pocket of Cajun French culture. Some of the greatest minds and food originated from Louisiana.

Aug 13, 2009 - Megan B. Wyatt

No pond is complete without the Louisiana Iris! This statuesque plant is a must for every water garden. I'll tell you why.

Jul 6, 2007 - L. Marie Dubuque

Each state in the United States of America has a formal flower. Some blooms are claimed by more than one place. Check this complete state by state listing.

Oct 14, 2007 - Barbara M. Martin

A true black flower absorbs all light rays and reflects nothing back. Only one bloom truly fits that bill. But many dark blossoms will work to create a dark garden.

Aug 1, 2009 - Carol Wallace

An important part of the Gulf of Mexico ecosystem, the coral reefs in the Flower Gardens Banks National Marine Sanctuary face threats and need more protection.

Jul 14, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

Winter wedding bouquets can feature some beautiful and unusual flowers, in place of traditional flowers such as Rose; choices include Magnolia, Orchid and Snowdrop.

Jan 7, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

The recreational area on the Louisiana-Texas border also invites swimming, bird watching, boating, canoeing and visits to beautiful Hodges Gardens.

Mar 15, 2011 - Carroll Trosclair

Fleuroselect 2010 winners belong to three native North American flowering plants. They display qualities like compactness, long flowering seasons, and vivacious colors.

Sep 14, 2009 - Georgene A. Bramlage

A look at the history, warnings, plant needs, description, and use of the Red Buckeye tree otherwise known as Aesculus pavia.

Jul 1, 2011 - Tina Samuels

Recently introduced cultivated varieties of oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia) enliven contemporary garden landscapes with new colors, sizes, uses.

May 31, 2011 - Georgene A. Bramlage

Every summer brings a mass spawning by coral species at the Flower Gardens Banks National Marine Sanctuary in the Gulf of Mexico.

Jul 6, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

Black-Eyed Susans, with their conical brown seed heads and bold yellow petals, provide some striking contrast in any natural garden.

May 31, 2009 - Robert Dailey

One of a kind Stokesia laevis is a beguiling native wildflower likely to stand out in your garden.

Jun 1, 2011 - Arlene Marturano

For a hardy perennial that will grow well almost anywhere the iris must hold top honors. There are several different kinds - the flag and bearded iris are most common.

Jan 24, 2010 - Beverley Boorer

This article gives simple directions for starting a sweet potato vine.

Oct 30, 2006 - Elece Hollis

Salvia lyrata, or lyreleaf sage, is a perennial from the mint family that is native to the United States. It makes for a lovely drought tolerant meadow plan

Jun 1, 2011 - Tina Samuels

B & T Grower Supply Inc. is one of the leading wholesale nursery supply companies. They offer deeply discounted prices with no minimum orders or freight requirements.

Apr 27, 2009 - Stephanie Manning

May holds historical celebrations and outdoor festivities. May Day, Mother's Day, Cinco de Mayo and Memorial Day are important days of the fifth month.

Apr 27, 2010 - Amy Cook

Old roses never die; they just naturalize. The species rose, Rosa laevigata, Cherokee rose, climbs its way into the hearts of gardeners across the south.

Apr 7, 2012 - Arlene Marturano