Most hostas grow best in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 8, with some varieties suitable for Zone 9. Those zones include almost all ...

Hostas are leafy show-stoppers that pop back every year from their woody crowns and roots. They are known for their lush leaves and low-maintenance nature. Hostas are relatively easy-to-grow and ...

Hostas are easy to care for in summer shade gardens. When fall arrives, here's when to cut back hostas and stop watering and fertilizing them to prepare for winter.

Richard’s final recommendation for pruning is bee balm. October is a good time for this as the top section of the shrub ...

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

If you live in an area that is also home to bears, the last thing you want to do is unintentionally draw them to your yard ...

Based on how they grow, however, spring is not the preferred time to plant hardy trees, shrubs, ground covers and vines.

It's important to know the first frost date for your area so you can bring sensitive plants indoors and harvest the last of ...

As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive again, especially with the recent rains. Dahlias, zinnias, and phlox all appear to deepen in their colors, providing one last burst of beauty ...

It’s been very dry across the area lately, creating drought conditions in some spots. With fall being the best time ...

Fall is prime time to plant perennials, but the calendar isn’t always clear about when to stop: Too early, and you miss out ...