When it comes to part-shade/part-sun areas, the choice on offer is thankfully abundant. I'm a perennial girl through and through, for me they make sense for most garden-situations. Whilst annuals have ...

The trend for drifts of perennial plants is easy to do in your own space if you start with combinations of two then push out ...

This month is a great time to get planting perennials and last week I suggested some good varieties for sunny spots that are ...

October provides us with the perfect window to plant herbaceous perennials. The soil still retains enough warmth and moisture ...

This guide will help take the guess work out of autumn clean-up and provide insight into why you should prune the perennials ...

Many gardeners may be dreading the cold autumn weather but it is actually the best time to begin planting flowers to ensure ...

This fall, look around for places where you could fit in a little more spring bulb cheerfulness. For example, tuck snowdrops ...

Marigolds, chrysanthemums, petunias, pansies, and snapdragons thrive in cooler weather. With sunlight, well-drained soil, and ...

Grasses serve many purposes in the garden. Illinois Extension says native grasses can increase root competition in plantings, ...

One of the standout trees for autumn color is the sweetgum ( Liquidambar styraciflua ). Its easily recognizable star-like leaves transition from a glossy summer green to bright red, purple, burgundy, ...

In one area, old Magnolia trees were planted to shade a stately stone walkway ... The greenhouses provided culinary herbs, ...

The fifth bulb you should be planting now is Alliums since they "add architectural interest with their striking, globe-shaped flowers," Craig explained. The expert added: "Allium bulbs should be ...