When choosing plants for a small backyard, there are some tricky perennials that it might be best to avoid. While gardeners with expansive backyards have the luxury of experimentation, plants in ...

“To keep your perennials thriving for springtime make sure to clear away any loose debris such as leaves or foliage to prevent the buildup of pests and diseases and reduce the risk of infestations,” ...

Don’t put away your gardening tools just yet! Once the weather moderates, there’s still plenty of time to plant. In fact, fall actually is an ideal time for adding new perennials and shrubs to your ...

'Overwintering' seems to be the gardening buzzword this season, with many of us taking steps to protect our plants from the cold weather ahead. But do perennials need to be protected from frost?

Create long lasting beauty and pollinator appeal in your landscape with the help of perennials. With a little bit of planning, you can have flowers, foliage and seed heads that add interest to your ...

I've spent several years living in the wide-open spaces of Wyoming, and as an avid hiker, I enjoy the natural wonders that flourish in our windswept landscapes. Among them are the myriad ...

Fresh herbs can be expensive at the supermarket, but many perennial varieties are cheap and easy to grow at home.

Small fruits are numerous and they include cranberry, grape, raspberry, and strawberry. Small fruit is a generalized term for fruits that grow on small perennial plants (not trees). We call many of ...

Rice is arguably the world's most important staple crop. About half of the global population depends on it for sustenance. But, like other staples such as wheat and corn, rice is cultivated annually.

What to do this week: It is now safe to plant even the most cold-sensitive flowers and vegetables, such as impatiens, dahlias, basil, tomatoes, corn, eggplant, okra ...