After warm-season ornamental grasses brown up, there are 3 reasons to cut them back in fall and 1 reason not to. Learn about ...

While pruning in fall is ideal for some plants, for others, it could cause damage, eliminate a winter food source, or prevent ...

As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive again, especially with the recent rains. Dahlias, zinnias, and ...

Gravel gardens are low-maintenance and water-wise, making them a popular choice. But it's important to plant perennials that ...

Pushing fallen leaves into garden beds to insulate plants and nourish the soil will also shelter hibernating insects that, in ...

If you’ve been wondering whether AI can do something useful, this is proof. AI is quickly becoming the handy robot friend we ...

It was back around 1980. I, the Native Texan, found myself in the Chadwick Arboretum at my old school, Ohio State. One section featured some lovely ornamental grasses. They really hadn’t caught on ...

Boxwoods are among the best shrubs for landscaping, but what can you plant to break up their dense, often uniform shape?

Want to make the most out of your garden this season? Plant these five long-lasting perennials for a rewarding autumn display ...

Among the many joys of feeling connected to seasonal rhythms is the way the quality of light changes over the arc of the year. Whether it is the fresh pea-green shoots of new foliage in the spring, ...

There are certain rules we follow if we adhere to the traditional dogma of landscape design. These rules tell us what plants can be planted where, what types of plants work well in combination with ...

Perennial plants survive from one growing season to the next, regrowing from their roots each spring. Discover gorgeous, fast-growing perennials that provide quick color and texture for shade gardens.