Plants that bloom on new wood (the current year’s growth) can be pruned in late winter or early spring. Examples of old wood hydrangeas are Hydrangea macrophylla, Hydrangea serrata, Hydrangea ...

Thyme is the most cold-hardy herb and is therefore suitable for the fall and winter garden. Even if it should die back in a ...

If you are looking to propagate trees and shrubs from seed, here are five things you must know, from when seeds should be ...

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From fruit trees to flowering bulbs, here's exactly what to plant in October for a beautiful and bountiful garden all year.

Texas Parks and Wildlife is going on a spending spree to open new parks to the public, a welcome development in a state where ...

Zinnias, salvias, and ornamental grasses dance in the Oklahoma breeze, creating a tapestry of textures that changes with every visit. Fall transforms the garden yet again, with chrysanthemums and ...

They know their time is fleeting, and yet they have one mission: to provide for their next generations. While they consume the nutritious nectar our wild and native plants provide, they are collecting ...

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Discover flower varieties Illinois homeowners love for adding instant outdoor charm, vibrant color, and natural beauty that ...