To keep astilbe healthy and protected for winter, mulch around plants in the fall with a two-inch layer of organic matter.
As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive again, especially with the recent rains. Dahlias, zinnias, and ...
Cut back hosta bloom stalks and black-eyed Susans to 6 inches. Fall prune only to shape roses. Dig tender caladiums, cannas, ...
Dividing isn't just a spring gardening task—certain perennials benefit from being divided before the frost hits. Here are ...
It’s time to determine what plants might need to be divided to thrive and to propagate new plants. Know what can be divided. Plants with spreading root systems such as bee balm, aster, purple ...
The flowering of older, congested clumps of perennials declines over time. Dividing plants every few years rejuvenates them, ...