One thing we have to appreciate about the British is that they are very concerned about their pets. And they really do go out ...

In 2014, I was initially asked the question in the headline above.  So, I went to the home of a friend and a reader of our column. He took me […] ...

If you’ve ever wondered why blanket flowers are a favorite among many gardeners, you’re not alone. Their striking beauty is ...

For the Roaring Twenties, for instance, use a black-and-gold color scheme, with cocktail glasses filled with gold beads, ...

Bulbs can take several years to reach their full blooming capacity. Third, pick a location with appropriate sun exposure and ...

If you're wanting to incorporate a ground cover plant in your yard, look no further than sedum. Here are the best sedum ...

Right now, in fall, is a window of opportunity when weeds are most vulnerable to weed-killing herbicides, and it’s the most effective time of year for control.

With trepidation, I got out of my car and started down the steep decline. It was well after sundown, and although there were ...

Scarlet oak (Quercus coccinea) grows best in full sun, reaching 50-70 feet tall, and blazes with red foliage in fall in ...

Small-flowered asters will flourish in humus-rich soils that do not dry out in the summer. They will not survive in soils ...

Winter is full of seasonal delights, but we don’t normally associate this time with vibrant flowers. Most plant species ...

If you’re in the market for new trees, consider planting natives. They are generally lower maintenance than exotic species, ...