As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive again, especially with the recent rains. Dahlias, zinnias, and ...

Vining plants often benefit from a trim to keep them looking well-maintained. These climbers, in particular, should be pruned ...

Dividing isn't just a spring gardening task—certain perennials benefit from being divided before the frost hits. Here are ...

To ensure your perennials last for years, winterizing them properly is important. Our master gardener dishes expert tips, ...

Do perennial flowers reduce a gardener’s work? Perennials do eliminate the need to replant every year, but they’re not work-free, and that’s good. Gardening isn’t just about the end results, it’s also ...

Dividing perennials helps rejuvenate plants, ease overcrowding, and expand your garden. While it's not for every plant, it's ...

There is perhaps no sight more exciting to an avid gardener than a yard full of spring-blooming bulbs in full flower. In ...

Perennial plants survive from one growing season to the next, regrowing from their roots each spring. Discover gorgeous, fast-growing perennials that provide quick color and texture for shade gardens.

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Now that spring has officially arrived and the sun has returned, our gardens are beginning to brim with activity. Bees are buzzing about, visiting early flowers; foliage is emerging everywhere; and ...

“My work schedule has been keeping me out of my perennial garden and now I will be on vacation until early April. Will I be too late to clean up the garden without damaging the perennials? Do you have ...