Fall asters are long-lived perennials. The plants die to the ground soon after they finish blooming. Trim the spent stems ...
As the summer garden winds down, it’s time to think about spring flowers, and the best way to ramp them up would be to plant ...
As the summer garden winds down, it’s time to think about spring flowers, and the best way to ramp them up would be to plant bulbs now. We’re all familiar with tulips, daffodils and hyacinths, the ...
As summer fades, consider planting minor bulbs for early spring beauty. Crocus and snowdrop are just a few of the small, ...
With about 300 different species, the iris is one of the most visually striking plants in the garden. Whether grown in ...
Plus, more on hydrangeas. What’s with those Latin names, anyway?Plus, more on hydrangeas. What’s with those Latin names, ...
It's not only full-size trees that put on an amazing fall color display when autumn arrives. Quite a few deciduous shrubs turn red in the fall before they lose their leaves for the winter. If you want ...
The small-leaved rhododendron has surprisingly pretty fall foliage. The most common one, which you see in bloom everywhere in ...
Discover 10 ground cover plants that not only enhance your yard's beauty but also repel deer. Protect your garden with these ...
Most are green but 'Chocolate Shogun' astilbe has dramatic, deep-purple foliage that easily stands out in the shade garden. Astilbe fills the gap between spring flowering ... such an odd name for such ...
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16 ways to make cheap plants look posh
Learning a few tricks from the professionals on how to make cheap plants look posh will pay dividends. On a budget? Here's ...