Once there’s even a hint of spring in the air, such as longer days with more sunshine or the plaintive song of the black-capped chickadee, it’s time to look for ephemeral wildflowers. In fact, by now ...

If they get too stressed or dry, they won't set as many buds. Encore, or repeat-blooming, azaleas are beginning to produce new blooms now and should continue through fall. No more pruning should be ...