Some flowering perennials need a little boost of nutrients from a low-nitrogen fertilizer in the spring to ensure they bloom abundantly later in the season.

As we celebrate International Women’s Day, Velvet’s Melanie Taylor learns about the careers of two of Cambridge’s female Head Gardeners - and how they nurture both the city’s green spaces and the next ...

Relative to size of plant parts, microphylla means “small-leafed,” while macrophylla says it has large leaves. The word ...

If you don't have space for a full garden, or you just prefer the convenience of containers, try these easy-to-grow ...