These flowering hardy perennials and bulbs do well with fall planting, which allows them to get established before blooming ...

Key Points Plant perennials in fall so they can establish roots before spring blooms.Choose native varieties to attract ...

Autumn brings a final burst of color from hardy chrysanthemums, yet many gardeners treat these plants as temporary decorations. Rather than discarding them once the blooms fade, a straightforward ...

Key Points Prune forsythia, quince, lilac, fringe flower, oakleaf hydrangea, and viburnum after blooming.Avoid fall trimming because it can remove next year’s buds or leave new shoots open to ...

Many kinds of bulb plants, such as daffodils, scilla, and snowdrops, will return to bloom every year, building a new bulb each summer after their spring bloom is done. “If the plant is well suited to ...

Don't wait until spring-planting these expert-recommended flowers now gives their roots time to establish before winter and can lead to stronger blooms next year.

Fall is finally on its way. Despite the general push to prepare for cold months ahead, some gardeners are plotting their next moves in the flower bed. Fruits and veggies may be packing it in for the ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... As we enter the fall season, gardeners consider planting selected bulbs for enjoyment as they bloom in the spring. This column opens with a brief overview of ...

Springtime not only offers a chance for sprucing up your outdoor areas, but the season also inherently evokes change that can inspire trying out new plants in your garden. One common mistake involves ...

Camellias: Flower buds for fall, winter and spring bloom are already set on camellias. Any pruning now will reduce flowering. Camellias are best pruned in April or May. Loropetalum: They bloom in late ...

Pruning mums helps them grow fuller with longer-lasting blooms. Pinch tips at 4–6 inches tall, again at 12 inches tall, and stop about 100 days before bloom. Deadhead spent flowers once blooming ...