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Perennials with pests or diseases, or those you don't want to self-sow should be cut back in fall. Leaving perennials ...

Viola × wittrockiana, commonly referred to as pansies, are like cabbages and leafy greens in that they love a little bit of ...

Pests don’t always disappear in winter. Mice, spiders, and other critters look for warm places to hide, including your garden ...

Don't wait for the weather to heat up to get a head start on preparing your garden for summer, as some stunning blooms need ...

As the new year gets underway it’s a key time for planning your best garden yet. Here are all the garden jobs to do this ...

Once New Year's Day has passed, gardeners start to get excited about new plants and ideas for the landscape and garden. One ...

If you’re looking for ways to make your outdoor space more inviting this year, there’s a lot to get excited about.

Shrubs are the mainstay of many gardens, as they bring permanence. In considering these, create a plan for those that have a ...