Some flowering shrubs are more low-maintenance than others, so we were curious which earned the crown for “least needy.” Hydrangeas were the most common answer from the gardening experts we ...

Summer has faded and gone. Autumn’s bright foliage does compensate — somewhat— for the dearth of flowers. But a few of my trees and shrubs (and several perennials) bloom in October, and I treasure ...

Wondering when you should plant this spring or what species are beginner friendly? Local gardening experts share tips for ...

Is it too early to start planting trees and shrubs? I would like to get an early start on garden improvements this year. — Monica Jackson, Grayslake It is OK to start planting trees, shrubs, ...

Each spring, as the garden shakes off its winter sleep, buds erupt into bloom in a celebration of the new season. Among those earliest to appear — in concert with and sometimes ahead of the hellebores ...

Summer has faded and gone. Autumn’s bright foliage does compensate, somewhat, for the dearth of flowers, but a few of my trees and shrubs (and several perennials) bloom in October, and I treasure them ...