Some types of perennials, including hosta, do not have sturdy stems, and quickly turn to mush after a few hard freezes. Hosta, daylilies and iris are best cut back in fall to an inch or so above ...

To add subtle charm to the garden during the darkest months, try leaning into contrast: light and dark, shadow and gloss, ...

Water trees, shrubs, lawns, and perennials during prolonged dry fall and winter periods to prevent root damage.

Plant care changes when the ground freezes. Here's how to adapt your gardening. Winter is a great time to check some garden ...

I’ve seen various cold stratification methods for seeds, including using empty milk containers, buckets, and ice cube trays.

This month I want to highlight a late-blooming perennial, the aster. We have had asters in our garden for a while, but last ...

Smart gardeners spend the winter assessing the wins and losses of the past season and using that as the basis to plan next ...

Now that the weather is cooling, you might notice that some of the plants we encounter look nothing like their mid-summer ...

Find out if chives are perennial plants that are hardy in your area or if you'll need to plant this herb again in spring.

How often should I fertilize and water my Thanksgiving cactus? Answer: Holiday cacti can be very long-lived. In fact, it’s ...

As Delaware experiences drought, native plants offer a drought-resistant and sustainable alternative. And fall may be the best time to plant them.

However, the email was tinged with sadness since it reports on the closing of a special nursery: “A little less than a year ...