Tropical plants, such as hibiscus and ferns, need warmth and humidity to thrive, so they typically do well indoors, says ...

Hostas are an ideal ground cover, but they can also require a lot of work. However, there's a hardy perennial that covers ...

Planting certain perennials in the fall can set them up for success, producing strong blooms in spring. Here's one ...

Digging to bury organic matter also relieves any compaction brought about by walking on the soil in wet conditions, helping ...

Chicklet Gold is probably best considered semi-deciduous in zone 8 and evergreen in warmer regions. It blooms on new wood.

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I was taught early on by K-State professor LR Quinlan to leave dead organic matter to decompose in place. As a young 4-H member, he made an everlasting impression on ...

Fall is the ideal time to plant ornamentals as cooler weather allows for strong root establishment before spring.

Is your yard starved for sun? Turn your backyard into a thriving oasis with these tried-and-true shade garden plants.

Gardening in India has always been an act of hope — a dialogue between people and nature. As the climate changes, that ...

Nights draw in with the time change. We come home at day’s end in dusk, or even nighttime. It is amazing how many drivers ...

Late October graced us with chilly mornings and warm but dry afternoons. As November dawns, however, I have heard the first ...