When you grow asters, the sun-loving plants can flower anywhere from July through to late October, depending on the variety.

Key Points Leaving spent flowers up through winter can provide seeds for native birds.Certain plants like Joe-Pye weed also ...

Asters, mums and goldenrod rightfully get a lot of the attention, but they are far from the only fall-blooming perennial ...

Purely ornamental flower beds are going out of style. Instead, the trend for purposeful planting is in, with native plants ...

As you prepare your gardens for winter, consider marking the location of late emerging perennials to avoid accidentally ...

Mexican sage (Salvia leucantha) leads the purple parade each fall. This robust perennial will persist in the garden for up to ...

Perennial plants survive from one growing season to the next, regrowing from their roots each spring. Discover gorgeous, fast-growing perennials that provide quick color and texture for shade gardens.

When to divide — In Minnesota, early to mid-fall (September through mid-October) is ideal. Aim to divide perennials four to six weeks before the ground freezes, giving roots time to settle in before ...

Discover 16 exquisite fall planter flower varieties to consider as an alternative to mums. Elevate your autumn planters with ...