A lot of perennials don't need much special treatment during cold weather, but these plants will benefit from overwintering ...

Key Points Plant perennials in fall so they can establish roots before spring blooms.Choose native varieties to attract ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Be patient. Perennials can take a few years to take off, so don't fret if they seem lackluster the first ...

Mexican sage (Salvia leucantha) leads the purple parade each fall. This robust perennial will persist in the garden for up to ...

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

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.

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

Removing every dormant perennial plant stem and seed head strips the garden of its structure and beauty. They also gather ...

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A hibiscus with nearly black leaves, a heavy-blooming version of a native pollinator plant, and a tropical that’s cold-tough enough to survive our winters are among the most interesting new perennial ...

It's rare when most everyone zeroes in on just one newcomer and says, "This is the best." That's the case this year with coreopsis "Big Bang Mercury Rising," a tireless new perennial that's likely to ...