February is a busy time for pruning. Deciduous shrubs, grasses, and hedges all need trimming this month along with climbers, fruit, and any perennials left untrimmed in flower beds over winter. It may ...

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 ...

"Gardeners might regard their January garden as dormant and less than enjoyable. Many of their plants are 'asleep' and preparing for future growth and blooms," writes columnist Tom Karwin. "Gardeners ...

Grasses should be cut back when dormant—any time between late fall and early spring. While there is no exact timing, you’ll want to be sure to remove the old blades before new growth begins. It is ...

If you’re looking to add a touch of movement, texture and year-round interest to your garden, ornamental grasses might just be your new best friend. These versatile plants bring elegance and ...

What should I do with my ornamental grasses over the winter? I haven't cut back the old growth, not sure when I should do this. Ornamental grasses do not need to be cut back before winter.

Dear Neil: Our neighbor has a large magnolia tree that casts very heavy shade into our yard. It has left us with a large bare area, and we’ve been unable to grow either turfgrass or hostas there.

That's why we're going to stretch your gardening guru sensibilities a smidge and suggest scrapping the same old rose or hydrangea bush for something a little more radical: ornamental grasses ...

mix of perennials, ornamental grasses and shrubs in a sunny garden - Photos By R A Kearton/Getty Images ...