Each year as the new garden catalogs begin to arrive I start planning which seeds I want to start, and I always check out the perennial plants to see what’s new and exciting for our zone 3 ...

Water passes through sandy soil like a sieve—any plants growing in sandy soil must be drought-tolerant, because water passes ...

A cottage garden is full of gorgeous flowers without a perfect manicured lawn or landscape. These perennial and annual options will make your dreams come true.

Made of recycled plastic, it consists of a one-piece cone-shaped body with a snug-fitting removable ... Most garden material is compost-able, including grass clippings, annual weeds, leaves of ...

He says perennials are a great choice for those looking to add a splash of colour to their garden while keeping costs low since they regrow every spring. Some of these perennials can last decades ...

Tom Robbins, the literary prankster-philosopher who charmed, enlightened and addled millions of readers with such adventures as "Even Cowgirls Get the Blues" and "Jitterbug Perfume," has died. He was ...

Around Valentine's Day, consider this a botanical love letter filled with horticultural heartthrobs — garden companions that ...

We’ll update again in the spring with more info on additional testing. January 2025 Like love itself, flowers are precious and unique. And that is exactly why it’s so tricky to get both right.

Go for these flowers for some pop of elegance. This perennial is loved for its soothing scent and soft purple blooms. If you want a pleasant smell in your garden, then opt for this flower.

Feb. 6, 2025 — A study has identified key genetic pathways in corn that help its roots branch out to find water in soil; the varieties adapted to temperate regions like the U.S. corn belt showed ...

Zinnias are annuals, so you have to sow fresh seeds every year, but many coreopsis species are perennials and will readily self-seed. This means that once you've planted them, they'll continue to come ...

Springtime in Prescott is pure magic, and there's no better time to plant peonies! Planting early gives them a head start in ...