Discover seven perennial bulbs to plant in spring for summer and fall color that returns every year. Spring offers a second ...

It’s okay to plant hardy perennials and shrubs 4–6 weeks before the ground freezes. Don't plant if the first expected fall frost is less than 2 weeks away. Wait until spring to plant evergreens, ...

Mulching is one of those garden chores that pays off all season. A thick layer of mulch helps steady the soil temperature and prevents moisture from escaping. Straw, shredded leaves, or wood chips are ...

Monday, Sept. 22, is the official start of fall 2025, that waypoint in the calendar year when our day and night length is equal as we tread toward winter. For gardeners, it signals cooling ...

Some later blooming plants produce flowers during late summer and fall seasons, and they are almost impossible to ignore. We’ve previously discussed the impressive foliage, colorful blooms, and showy ...

Maintaining a vegetable garden can be a lot of work, but the satisfaction derived from growing food balances that labor with pleasure. In my professional gardening work, I have a number of clients who ...

Check your local freeze date to choose vegetables for October planting. Fast-maturing cool-season crops are ideal for late fall harvests. Hardy plants like garlic and kale go dormant in winter and ...

Question: I am ready to replant my nasturtiums for fall and winter. Is now the time to sow the seeds? Answer: Wait just a few weeks longer for more moderate weather to return and then start nasturtium ...

Though fall is ideal for planting, there's a cut-off time and not all plants are suitable. It’s okay to plant hardy perennials and shrubs 4–6 weeks before the ground freezes. Don't plant if the first ...