Spring brings the return of color to the garden as bulbs bloom, perennials re-emerge, and new annuals settle in. But there’s ...

In most regions, April brings warmer weather, thawed soil, the end of frosts, and more sunlight. In short, April is a great ...

While warmer temperatures are arriving in Iowa, soil temperatures may not be warm enough for your favorite plants just yet.

Another early spring-flowering plant which you will find right now at garden centers is ranunculus ( Ranunculus asiaticus ), ...

Most perennials are easy care plants that require less maintenance than annuals and return year after year with minimal fuss.

Philadelphia-area gardeners may turn to tropical plants as dramatic additions to their home gardens. The prime time to plant ...

Get pruning. Most deciduous trees and shrubs (those that lose their leaves in autumn), including fruit trees, should be ...

Rhubarb will grow and flourish in most soils, but grows best in fertile, loamy, well-drained soil that has good organic matter content. Careful soil preparation will help rhubarb stay healthy and ...

As spring approaches, shade-loving perennials will be a perfect addition to shady gardens, including Virginia bluebells, ...

A well-rooted garden is something to be treasured, but not all of us inherited lush foliage and mature perennials. Here's how ...

A single hummingbird can visit up to 2,000 flowers a day during the spring and summer months, and it is always fascinating to ...