“Violas are a beautiful addition to your yard during the colder part of the year,” says Wilson, “Offering bright flowers that bloom throughout the winter. Their hardy nature makes them a good choice to plant in October. Miller adds that they are a close cousin to pansies but have a smaller bloom.

It's time to cut back on these precious blooms (now) to see a bountiful bloom next year, according to a gardening expert

Pruning is essential to a healthy and productive garden, it's one of the best things gardeners can do for their trees and shrubs this month.

October is a time of garden transition. Summer ends and fall begins. Toward the middle of the month, when the air cools and the soil is still warm, it’s time to plant!

The leaves are falling, there’s a chill in the air, and the countdown for Winter has begun — it must be October. Though it might seem like your gardening jobs have come to a screeching halt, now is actually the perfect time to get your yard in order before winter hits.

Gardening expert Fiona Jenkins is one of several gardeners with tips and tricks for people to deploy this autumn as the temperature drops and garden priorities shift

October can be quite a busy month for gardeners, especially when it comes to pruning. Here's what you need to prune this month for a thriving winter garden.