Many of the perennial plants in our landscapes are slowing down at this time of year. With fall and winter drawing near, a ...

Plant them right. Dig a shallow trench. Place the rhizome in the trench, making sure the top of it is just visible above the ...

When planting spring bulbs this fall, remember your companion plants! They can add contrast, serve as a backdrop, and hide ...

True bulbs have layered bulb scales, a basal plate and a protective tunic,” writes columnist Tom Karwin. “Most are planted in ...

Lonicera nitida hedge (Image: Norfolk School of Gardening) Less than 2 cm has fallen so far this week, and after months of drought, the ground remains stubbornly dusty beneath the surface. A soaking ...

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Planting bulbs in late summer to early fall is one of the simplest ways to set your garden up for success. Many varieties ...

September is a busy time for gardens as it begins a stage of forward-planning for gardeners to establish the roots of a vibrant, flower-filled spring. While autumn tasks may feel ...

One of the perpetual horticultural quests is for repeat bloomers. We extol hybrid tea, shrub, and floribunda roses for their ...

Bulbs: African iris, agapanthus, amaryllis, blackberry lily ... Remove plastic covers from solarization treatments and plant without tilling. 12. Tomatoes, peppers and eggplants should be the first ...

White rabbit with brown spots around nose standing in grass. - Paul Mansfield Photography/Getty Images Containers are a simple solution for some common garden quandaries. They turn a patio or deck ...

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