June is always a very busy month for a gardener. Whether it is planting, sowing, watering, feeding, or weeding, the to-do list quickly fills up. And, of course, you cannot overlook pruning. It is a ...

As well as enjoying the fruits of your labour from earlier in the year – whether it’s picking home-grown veggies or admiring perennials in full bloom – time spent in the garden during July is largely ...

In fall, prune shrubs only to remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches. Wait until leaves drop to better spot problem areas. Keep cuts minimal and avoid removing large limbs or heavy growth. As you ...

Q: I planted several weigela shrubs in front of the house 18 years ago. My neighbors’ vinca has invaded that area. We have a bunch of pretty, large blue rocks and a lot of Mexican pebble rock that the ...