I am a huge fan of perennials. Perhaps it is my thrifty nature that hates to get rid of a plant after only one season. Sure, I'll start some annuals like marigolds or zinnias from seed to add a quick ...

Strong spring blooms start with one essential step in fall. Knowing when to divide your perennials ensures healthier roots ...

Dividing perennials helps rejuvenate plants, ease overcrowding, and expand your garden. While it's not for every plant, it's ...

My perennial flowers are getting crowded. Is this a good time to divide them? Now is a good time to divide and move most perennial flowers. However you might want to wait for some of the late bloomers ...

In the fall, plants start to go dormant and focus on growing strong roots. “I think in the transition to native plants, there’s just such an excitement of all the life you’re bringing into your yard." ...

Starting in mid-July and through the fall is a time of the year when even the most inexperienced gardener can practice vegetative propagation of new plants from existing plants. For most gardeners, it ...

Gardeners rave about this delightful ground cover, and it's no wonder. Catmint (Nepeta spp.) offers a long list of positive attributes that make it an attractive choice for your landscape. The genus ...

Ready to get your garden growing this spring? You probably have a few plants, flowers, and vegetables in mind. Perhaps you’re considering perennials such as rosemary, ferns, or lavender. But is this ...

Perennial plants are those that come back year after year from their own roots, giving gardeners an option to grow flowers and grasses without having to plant new ones each spring. Perennials have ...