Usually by this time of year, all of our potted and otherwise loose plants are tucked away for winter. Because we had such a dry and mild November and December, we left our plants outside and in the ...

While strawberry plants need some cold to send them into dormancy, they also need protection from freezing weather. Here's ...

The first frost of the season is in Northern Ohio's forecast, as the summerlike weather comes to an end. Here's how to protect your outdoor plants.

Mulch helps suppress weeds, keeps soil moist, and helps regulate soil temperatures. Adding a second layer of mulch after the ...

Birmingham, AL Potted chrysanthemums—better known as mums but require additional care tips to help extend their growing season.

The arrival of Old Man Winter may be several weeks out, but an early visit from Jack Frost later this week could put your ...

Oct. 10—Nothing duller than talking about mulch, but there are different approaches to this big deal in the garden. And in this season of deciding what to do with falling tree leaves, now is a good ...

All of October and into early November is the ideal time to plant spring bulbs (tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, etc.) in central Pennsylvania. This timing allows the new bulbs to put down roots while ...

Northern Ohio could see overnight lows in the mid-30s as soon as Oct. 8. Outdoor plants that are prone to frost damage can be covered with fabric or mulch. Watering around the plants can also prevent ...