Plant Encyclopedia

Plant care guides for 200 popular plants

Real care guidance — USDA zones, sun, water, companion plants, source notes and design ideas — written for gardeners who want plants that actually survive in their yard.

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Every guide records the basics that decide whether a plant will be happy in your yard: how much sun it wants, how thirsty it is, the USDA hardiness zones it tolerates, and whether it earns its place as something edible, a houseplant, or an ornamental. Use the filters above to narrow the list to plants that fit the spot you have in mind — a shady north border, a dry sunny bed, or a bright windowsill — instead of scrolling a giant alphabetical list.

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Found a few you like? Each plant guide links into a free garden plan, so you can see how your shortlist works together before you dig. Not sure where to start? The garden plan quiz turns a few quick answers about your space into a tailored plant and design list in about a minute, and the plant advisor gives personalised picks for your zone and sun.