As mentioned, gardenia plants thrive in warm climates and can only grow in USDA plant hardiness zones 8 to 11. When it comes time to plant, they prefer to be placed in areas with abundant sunshine ...

Penstemon: The unusual, tubular flowers of the many varieties of penstemon make a great choice for the early summer garden. Some have foliage that may be deep red or purple in color.

As mentioned, gardenia plants thrive in warm climates and can only grow in USDA plant hardiness zones 8 to 11. When it comes time to plant, they prefer to be placed in areas with abundant sunshine ...