Prune hostas just before a killing frost in your zone for best results. Fall pruning keeps beds tidy, deters pests, and directs energy to spring growth. If missed, let foliage die back naturally and ...

As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive again, especially with the recent rains. Dahlias, zinnias, and phlox all appear to deepen in their colors, providing one last burst of beauty ...

Henry Homeyer says it is important to clean up the vegetable garden now in order to avoid overwintering diseases.

Both hardy and tropical hibiscus plants can survive the winter with a little extra care before cool weather strikes.

A light fall trim keeps your roses tidy and resilient through winter storms. “A fall prune can be a little less precise when ...

Pruning hostas in the fall isn’t required but helps tidy beds and reduce pests, though it removes winter cover. If you skip fall, prune in spring before new growth—hostas tolerate either approach.

Richard’s final recommendation for pruning is bee balm. October is a good time for this as the top section of the shrub ...

Pruning your garden now means that your plants will be ready for fresh growth in the spring. Here are the best plants to ...

It may feel counterproductive to make plans for planting things when other flora around you is shedding leaves, but November ...

Those of us with Rose of Sharon planted on our properties for late August colour have had to weed out hundreds of Rose of Sharon seedlings in the spring. I have learned, if you take the time this week ...

Horticultural expert Monty Don has shared his wisdom with British gardeners, urging them to get out into their gardens this October to prune climbing roses for a stunning bloom next year and to ...

Winter signals houseplants to enter a dormant phase, requiring less water and nutrients. Avoid repotting during this time, as it can stress vulnerable roots. Instead, focus on gentle soil aeration, ...