As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive again, especially with the recent rains. Dahlias, zinnias, and ...

There is perhaps no sight more exciting to an avid gardener than a yard full of spring-blooming bulbs in full flower. In ...

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Perennial plants survive from one growing season to the next, regrowing from their roots each spring. Discover gorgeous, fast-growing perennials that provide quick color and texture for shade gardens.

Do perennial flowers reduce a gardener’s work? Perennials do eliminate the need to replant every year, but they’re not work-free, and that’s good. Gardening isn’t just about the end results, it’s also ...

Dividing isn't just a spring gardening task—certain perennials benefit from being divided before the frost hits. Here are ...

Dividing perennials helps rejuvenate plants, ease overcrowding, and expand your garden. While it's not for every plant, it's ...

Spring bulbs, which are best planted in October, can be used in "meadowy" ways instead of the usual line-'em-up approach.

Spring in Colorado is grand if you’re OK with switching between a heavy jacket and a tank top. We never complain about spring rain or even snow since all moisture is welcome and needed for water use, ...

Fall is the best time to prepare your garden for winter, but avoiding common mistakes keeps your perennials healthy for spring. Don’t prune or divide too early—wait until plants are dormant or well ...

“My work schedule has been keeping me out of my perennial garden and now I will be on vacation until early April. Will I be too late to clean up the garden without damaging the perennials? Do you have ...

I admit that I am drawn to stunning swathes of blooming perennials. The drawback to a major color show is that many of these plants fizzle out at about the same time. The most successful perennial ...