If a plant is sad, do you think other plants photo-sympathize with it? Trees, shrubs and other plants can easily become sad in the fall if their roots are struggling in dry soil. Ensuring that woody ...

I have finally gotten around to working on my mixed shrub and perennial borders at home. A number of tree seedlings have moved in as well as other miscellaneous weeds. Simply weeding and reducing the ...

For perennial-loving gardeners, late summer through autumn can be a magical time. Many nurseries still sell flowering perennials in containers late in the season, and just as you're dividing your ...

Fall is made for dividing perennials, and this knowledge provides a key tool for gardeners to control growth, revive crowded beds and prepare for stronger returns in spring. When done with intention, ...

When I sit down to write these articles in the fall, I always get the feeling that what I write about needs to be inspirational. Then, as I wrote that, it seems a bit dramatic. Now I am asking myself, ...

If you want a perennial that grows fast and keeps your garden glowing, sunset muskmallow (Abelmoschus manihot) is a standout. This hibiscus relative produces big, buttery yellow blooms with deep ...