Gravel gardens are low-maintenance and water-wise, making them a popular choice. But it's important to plant perennials that ...

As the vibrant colors of your garden fade and autumn gives way to the quiet chill of winter, it can be tempting to tidy ...

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

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

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.

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

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

Who thinks of planting flower seeds this time of year? Not many gardeners. Yet now is an ideal time to plant perennial flower seeds. They'll only grow leaves and stems this year -- but next year and ...

As you prepare your gardens for winter, consider marking the location of late emerging perennials to avoid accidentally ...

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

Black-eyed Susan is an easy and satisfying perennial to start from seed. (Stephen Ward) When perusing spring seed catalogs, don't pass on perennials. These long-lived plants require a bit more ...