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Why you should stop planting hydrangeas

Hydrangeas are among the absolute favorites in the garden. Even our grandparents took pride when these beautiful flowers ...
Then think about how you can plant this spring for more interest in your garden next winter. “You don’t have to give your garden five months off every year,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge ...
If you don't have space for a full garden, or you just prefer the convenience of containers, try these easy-to-grow perennials that thrive in pots.
Forests around the world are quietly transforming, and not for the better. A massive global analysis of more than 31,000 tree species reveals that forests are becoming more uniform, increasingly ...
These nostalgic flowers from Australian gardens deserve a comeback! Find out if your favourite childhood plant is on the list ...
Have a look at 14 of these impressive gardens that are blooming this week inside the 197th annual Philadelphia Flower Show.
Hydrangeas need well-draining soil that can retain moisture, but they don't like wet feet. Don't plant hydrangeas in wet clay or a boggy spot that never dries out. Your plants could end up with root ...
Help! I have several fig trees and am not sure how to prune them. The bushy tree you see has over time become a shrub/bush ...
Tulips, roses, and tuberoses all have dedicated events that turn into dazzling displays alive with myriad colors. From lavender fields to urban festivals and flower parades, we outline a selection of ...
There's a difference between pruning and trimming trees, shrubs, and perennial plants. Learn when to use each method to promote growth and good health.
Winter beds look bare? Snowdrops bring hardy white flowers to pots and borders, with simple planting tricks that keep them returning every year.
A boxwood alternative that blooms, a willow with silvery foliage, and another slew of new-twist hydrangeas are among the most ...