The reason we tend to dig up dahlias and store them out of the soil over winter is to keep them dry and frost-free, and ...

Dahlias come in various colors, shapes and sizes making them easy to include in any garden, container and bouquet. Dinnerplate dahlias, like this Berry Spritz collection, can grow up to 10 inches ...

Gardeners who prize dahlias, cannas and gladiolus are faced with a choice: buy new every year, or dig them up, store them ...

When earlier blooming flowers are fading, dahlias, if grown correctly, will be in full bloom, bringing a crescendo of late season color until the first hard frost. In some gardens, dahlias seem to run ...

Fall might be my favorite time in the garden. The temperature settles into that sweet spot between scorching and frigid, while fall blooms shine in full glory as spring and summer plants fade. As ...

Learn some practical gardening tips with Extension Master Gardener volunteers at two upcoming classes. A Learn to Grow covering ornamental plants will include discussion of microclimates, buying ...

Even though you might have limited space to garden, you still can grow herbs in pots to enjoy fresh basil, thyme, parsley, and other favorites. Herb gardens in containers are among the easiest types ...

Succulent plants are defined as plants that have evolved to store moisture in their leaves, stems or roots. They occur within several different plant families in regions of the world’s growing ...

Perlite, a volcanic rock, is a common ingredient in potting mixes. It improves drainage, aeration and water retention in soil. Perlite is lightweight and can be added to in-ground gardens, but it's ...

The Garden Guy had the opportunity to trial the Virtuoso dahlias last year and started off muttering, "This shouldn’t take long." The thought of a hot Georgia summer and dahlias sounded like a ...