Diseased or pest-contaminated plant material is an exception; it should be cut back in the fall and properly disposed of (not ...

When fall descends and the garden slows down, birds could use some extra help. That's true whether they're migrating south or ...

Smaller landscape shrubs are prone to damage from deer, rabbits and voles (field mice) feeding over winter. The best defense ...

As the vibrant colors of summer and autumn fade from our gardens, it’s easy to assume that all outdoor life has gone dormant.

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 ...

Deer have an aversion to plants that are overly fragrant, fuzzy, thorny, or poisonous, explains Alex Kantor, owner at Perfect ...

October gardening tips for outdoor flowering plants, ornamentals and vegetable gardening are provided in this week's column.

As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive again, especially with the recent rains. Dahlias, zinnias, and ...

Fungi are a gardener’s friend and foe. Many benefit our plants while others destroy them. And, frankly, we have little control over this ...

Cut back hosta bloom stalks and black-eyed Susans to 6 inches. Fall prune only to shape roses. Dig tender caladiums, cannas, ...