Experts agree that fall is generally the best time to plant perennials. Growing zone and the type of perennial can influence whether spring or fall is best. However, not all perennials benefit from ...

Think more fertilizer means stronger plants? Think again. Discover why over-fertilizing in fall actually kills more plants than it helps—and what your garden really needs instead.It starts with good ...

Key Points Planting perennials in mid- to late-summer ensures vibrant blooms in fall and a colorful return in spring.Look for ...

Fall gardening chores should not be overlooked. As your garden winds down, turn your attention to the perennials in your landscape. Perennial plants are those plants that last longer than two years.

Most people start thinking about their summer garden in early spring; starting seeds, spreading mulch and trimming outdoors and stocking up on any essentials at your local garden center. But did you ...

When I sit down to write these articles in the fall, I always get the feeling that what I write about needs to be inspirational. Then, as I wrote that, it seems a bit dramatic. Now I am asking myself, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Clive Nichols / Getty Images For perennial-loving gardeners, late summer through autumn can be a magical time. Many nurseries ...

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If a plant is sad, do you think other plants photo-sympathize with it? Trees, shrubs and other plants can easily become sad in the fall if their roots are struggling in dry soil. Ensuring that woody ...

Spring might seem like the obvious time to plant perennials—after all, it's when we sow most annuals, from flowers to vegetables. Temperatures are warming, rain is plentiful, and the energy and ...