Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Chrysanthemums are one of the most glorious signs of fall, and they can be grown alongside companion plants for an even more ...

Tired of the same old pollinator-friendly flowers? This lesser-known genus has 46 species to choose from, all with beautiful ...

Where to Plant: Full sun and well-drained soil. Plant this large perennial near the back of a border where it serves as a pleasing backdrop for low-growing plants. Place it where you can enjoy its ...

If you're looking for a fragrant flower that grows from a bulb, consider hyacinths ( Hyacinthus orientalis ). "Under a warm ...

Salvia blooms early in the spring, bringing the first burst of colour to your garden. If planted in full sun and well drained ...

Editor's note: John P. Begeman retires this week after 13 years as the urban horticulture agent for the University of Arizona-Pima County Cooperative Extension. Next Sunday will be his final column.

Hummingbirds are attracted to gardens with vibrant, nectar-rich flowers. Petunias, scarlet bee balm, and bluestem penstemon ...

Avoid these common landscape plants if you have curious children or pets! Think twice before planting these toxic flowers and ...

If the garden is looking faded and weary, this is a great time for an infusion of joyful color. While many annuals are going to seed, late blooming perennials and shrubs can carry the color well into ...

AS summer fades and we enter the glorious days of autumn, it's the perfect time to get your garden ready for a second act of colour. While many flowers are finishing their season, some are just ...