The sun is visiting now and then, buds are bursting and we're feeling the urge to get outdoors It's gardening time. Got a question? Get answers from Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool ...

This past weekend I got a question from one of my friends at church. My friend asked me what we can do with the extra plants you get after you divide black-eyed-Susan and purple cone flowers. Off the ...

In my work as a professional gardener, I often have to deal with perennials that are problematic. They either spread aggressively, grow too fast, or are difficult to divide and move around. The list ...

Every garden needs both annuals for instant impact and perennials for color that returns for many years. Because perennials are long-lived, they’re a great investment in your garden. Besides adding ...

Most of my favorite plants are herbaceous perennials. I love trees and shrubs, and could not live without my short-lived annual flowers. But the variety of plants that excite and dazzle me for nearly ...

Border plants offer definition along garden beds and driveways, creating neat lines that help to contain other vegetation. Of course, your exact selection will depend on your desired look. You could ...

From fragrant blooms to vibrant foliage, these 15 hardy favorites thrive in the cool soil now — and reward your patience with ...