As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive again, especially with the recent rains. Dahlias, zinnias, and phlox all appear to deepen in their colors, providing one last burst of beauty ...

October is a busy month in the garden, with tasks including pruning stalwart shrubs, refreshing containers and tidying up ...

Be ready to move half-hardy and tender plants such as pelargoniums, some salvias and fuchsias in October. They need to be cut back to around half their height and moved indoors, either into a ...

As the vibrant colors of summer and autumn fade from our gardens, it’s easy to assume that all outdoor life has gone dormant.

We owe an immense debt to the vision and energy of Charles Weston, yet his legacy has been largely overlooked.The Man Who ...

As the days get colder and the nights get longer, we'll take all the vibrant plants we can get. Luckily, one plant can shine ...

Key Points Leaving spent flowers up through winter can provide seeds for native birds.Certain plants like Joe-Pye weed also ...

Mexican sage (Salvia leucantha) leads the purple parade each fall. This robust perennial will persist in the garden for up to ...

Whether you're a busy novice or a dedicated plant enthusiast, learn how to choose the right plants for your lifestyle and ...

The outlines and the frameworks of our gardens become more important over the winter months. Neat clear lines on hedges and ...

Last Sunday, we planned to rake up our leaves into a larger holding pile to use for winter composting. The wind had other ...

Purely ornamental flower beds are going out of style. Instead, the trend for purposeful planting is in, with native plants ...