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 ...

Is it safe to prune unruly shrubs in fall? Follow these tips for when and how you can prune to keep shrubs in top shape and ...

Orchids grow differently from other houseplants. Knowing how and when to prune them will give you healthier, happier plants ...

Key Points Moisture and extreme cold can damage plants and increase risk of disease.Make a few clean, larger cuts instead of ...

The most common reason for a lack of flowers on hydrangeas is that they were pruned at the wrong time of the year.

Trees give us so much (not including the piles of autumn leaves) that I can't imagine a world without them. I've surrounded my home with a variety of tree species that provide the shade, privacy, ...

Pruning is an important task to help ensure plant health and keep the perennial garden thriving. In my work as a professional gardener, I try to observe the recommended guidelines for pruning shrubs ...

Pruning is a common task that gardeners undertake in autumn – but it's one that can be done incorrectly if you're not careful. One of the most crucial things to remember when it comes to pruning is ...

Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National ...

It goes without saying that seasonal gardening tasks should be performed at specific times of the year, mainly because of the weather. But many gardening practices are also best performed at certain ...

Inquest told ivy had grown over warning signs for electricity substation A WIDOW is set to sue a utilities station operator after her husband was electrocuted while pruning hedges. Gardener Blair ...