To help your perennials survive the winter, our pro gardener explains which of these you should mulch after the first hard ...

November in the South is marked by mild days and cool nights—perfect weather for plants to set down roots. Discover which ...

Fall perennials can be just as colorful and pretty as those in summer gardens—it just takes a little planning. Although these ...

A garden flourishes when it has both annual flowers and perennial flowers. Annuals give you a chance to grow plants outside your hardiness zone, to experiment with different plants, and to put in some ...

These perennials, trees, and shrubs provide vital food and shelter for backyard birds through the winter months.

Fall is an ideal time for planting flowering perennials, and we could write a long list of reasons why you should think about adding some to your garden. First, perennials don’t have to be replaced ...

Gardeners planning ahead for spring color should know that timing matters for one standout shrub. A pruning misstep can ...

If you’re at a loss, you’re not alone. Many people aren’t aware of the definitions, let alone the differences, between annuals and perennials. In short, it all comes down to flowers that come back ...

Dividing perennial plants helps you fill out your yard and keeps the plants healthy. Some root systems are tough to split, so ...

The best perennials for shade can brighten up your garden without bright light, making these blooms the perfect solution for an outdoor space with little to no sunlight. Whether your outdoor space is ...

Yeah, we're looking at you, Mr. and Mrs. Perennial Lover. You're the ones who planted a whole garden full of perennials a few years back and rarely dig in the dirt anymore, preferring a life of ...

When I first learned to garden as a child in Wisconsin, we grew vegetables and flowers from seed. We planted things when the ground would thaw that would burst out with vigor as the weather warmed. We ...