Fall perennials can be just as colorful and pretty as those in summer gardens—it just takes a little planning. Although these flowers catch your eye in autumn, the time to plant them is earlier in the ...

To help your perennials survive the winter, our pro gardener explains which of these you should mulch after the first hard ...

Gardeners planning ahead for spring color should know that timing matters for one standout shrub. A pruning misstep can ...

If you’re at a loss, you’re not alone. Many people aren’t aware of the definitions, let alone the differences, between annuals and perennials. In short, it all comes down to flowers that come back ...

November in the South is marked by mild days and cool nights—perfect weather for plants to set down roots. Discover which ...

Most of my favorite plants are herbaceous perennials. I love trees and shrubs, and could not live without my short-lived annual flowers. But the variety of plants that excite and dazzle me for nearly ...

When I first learned to garden as a child in Wisconsin, we grew vegetables and flowers from seed. We planted things when the ground would thaw that would burst out with vigor as the weather warmed. We ...

Q: Is there a general rule about moving shrubs and perennials. Can some plants never be moved once they take root? Is there a time restraint for most plants? I know that some clumping plants do well ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...