November in the South is marked by mild days and cool nights—perfect weather for plants to set down roots. Discover which ...

Prepare seeds and transplants a few weeks before you plan on putting them in the ground. There are plenty of perennials to pick from, so always start looking at local wildflowers first. If you want ...

When you plant this popular flower in November, it's able to develop healthy roots before winter, setting the stage for ...

February is the month when indoor seed-starting takes center stage in the Northern gardening world. It’s when eager gardeners get busy starting their cool-season plants, such as cabbage, broccoli, ...

Fall is a great time to plant flowers for spring, but this hardy perennial can be planted as late as November so long as you ...

As gardens wind down for winter, one fall plant can set the stage for a burst of color, giving your landscape an early edge ...

If you're looking to attract more hummingbirds to your garden, this hybrid perennial can be planted in November for ...

Annuals and perennials with colorful, attractive flowers and foliage are the backbone of our flowerbeds. It's most common for gardeners to use annuals, as they are relatively easy to grow and are a ...

Lantana is a popular choice for May planting, as they are low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and will keep blooming all season long. These flowers are best for those living in USDA hardiness zones ...

An annual is a plant that lives and dies in one growing season. A perennial regrows and reblooms year after year. In our busy world, why plant anything but perennials? Because annuals are the backbone ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Those ...