Fall is prime time to plant perennials, but the calendar isn’t always clear about when to stop: Too early, and you miss out ...

The world of perennials is vast, and where one variety might not suit your garden's specific conditions, another could be ...

With carefully curated plants, Ben Hammontree turned a burned-out lawn into a private retreat in an industry-heavy Seattle ...

Richard’s final recommendation for pruning is bee balm. October is a good time for this as the top section of the shrub ...

Orchids grow differently from other houseplants. Knowing how and when to prune them will give you healthier, happier plants with beautiful blooms.

As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive again, especially with the recent rains. Dahlias, zinnias, and phlox all appear to deepen in their colors, providing one last burst of beauty ...

Henry Homeyer says it is important to clean up the vegetable garden now in order to avoid overwintering diseases.

With the cold weather approaching, gardeners should take steps to prepare their gardens for winter, including deep watering ...

Dear Master Gardener: We have Tiger Eyes Sumac, which has beautiful fall color, but sometimes pops up in other places, even ...

October is a busy month in the garden, with tasks including pruning stalwart shrubs, refreshing containers and tidying up ...

Hostas are easy to care for in summer shade gardens. When fall arrives, here's when to cut back hostas and stop watering and fertilizing them to prepare for winter.

Cutting back hostas too soon in fall can limit root growth needed to survive winter. Removing hosta leaves before winter helps reduce pests and diseases in spring. After a hard freeze kills the ...