Garden Photo Challenge 2011 - Winning Photo Galleries

Here are the best gardening photos of 2011 - the winning photos from each of our Gardening Photo Challenges held throughout the year.

We did something a little different for the December 2011 Challenge. Instead of photos, we asked folks why they love to garden. Their replies were heart felt and universal. I think you'll see a little of yourself in their stories.

When most people see nature winding down, gardeners see another beautiful season unfolding. Here are the winning photos from the Fall Color Photo Challenge, full of blazing color and tons of inspiration.

Gardeners love to bring the outdoors indoors and these winning photos show how varied and personal houseplants can be. A delight any time of year, but a true tonic for the colder months.

Gardeners photos of their glorious roses, photographed during the month of June.

Just couldn't resist seeing more spring bloomers. We seem to notice every new flower, in early spring. Maybe it's the cool air that makes these photos so riveting.

The "Fruits and Vegetable" photo challenges are always my favorites. I love to see what folks are growing and how they plan to eat them. I always pick up some great tips and this year was no different.

Winning photos from the Garden Ornament Photo Challenge and ideas for using ornaments in your garden.