Fall is the best time to plant spring-flowering bulbs and native plant seeds that benefit from cold stratification, like milkweed and bee balm. However, fall planting is not recommended for certain ...

Coneflowers already draw butterflies and bees, but pairing them with the right companion plants can turn a simple bed into a ...

Plant these easy-care perennials in the fall, and they’ll pop up when the grass turns green next spring. Fall is the ideal time to plant easy-care spring-flowering perennials. Planting when the soil ...

In the fall, plants start to go dormant and focus on growing strong roots. “I think in the transition to native plants, there’s just such an excitement of all the life you’re bringing into your yard." ...

Perennials are the backbone of any garden or landscape, so it's essential to know how to care for them properly. This includes when they should be planted and, more importantly, when they should not ...

Besides creating a dynamic landscape with long-lasting blooms, planting zinnias with friendly companion plants can keep pests away and boost crops.

Fall is made for dividing perennials, and this knowledge provides a key tool for gardeners to control growth, revive crowded beds and prepare for stronger returns in spring. When done with intention, ...

A Kansas State University horticulture expert says that while fall is a great time to plant perennials, selecting the right plants for the Kansas landscape is important. Cynthia Domenghini says that ...

Here are five of the best plants for Pennsylvania yards that are among the first to look great even as winter is winding down.