Whether to prune perennials in November depends on the type of plant. Plants with powdery mildew should be pruned in fall to prevent spread of disease. Leaving plant growth intact in spring can ...

Fall is a good time to dig, divide and (if necessary) move garden perennials, since the high temperatures of summer associated with water stress have subsided. The cooler weather of September and ...

Key Points Winter weed control is challenging, but there are strong reasons to practice it.Get rid of winter annuals, biennials, and woody invasive plants in winter when the weather permits it.Take ...

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 ...

Perennial and grass foliage can add a lot of appeal to the winter landscape while being beneficial for overwintering pollinators and wildlife. That’s why I prefer waiting until early spring to cut ...

This week’s preview of winter gave outdoor perennial potted plants a rude awakening. This sudden winter burst is a timely reminder to start overwintering potted plants. Why take time to protect potted ...

In fall, cut back hosta leaves, clear debris, and mulch crowns with pine needles for winter protection. Divide plants at least 30 days before frost, or overwinter divisions indoors if you’re late. For ...

Key Points Early winter blooms can signal stress in plants meant to flower later in the year.Some species naturally bloom in ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... As the days shorten and our nights begin to bring frost, many gardeners feel an urge to “tidy up” the yard before winter. Clean-up is an essential fall chore ...

Courtesy Southern Botanical A scorching North Texas summer isn’t quite conducive to a thriving, green yard. And by the time fall rolls around, you might think there’s no reason to start taking care of ...