Today’s column introduces guidelines for year-round gardening for herbaceous perennial plants that are native to a ...

While ivy has some benefits, like providing shelter for birds and pollinators, its ability to smother plants, damaged mortar ...

Drought-tolerant gardens are perfect for areas that you can't (or don't want to) water. These herbs can be combined to create ...

New England asters are lovely perennial flowers that add a touch of purple to the landscape. Their low nutrient content makes ...

Some plants may look appealing at first, but become costly landscaping headaches. These common choices can be invasive, messy ...

The common name daisy is derived from the Old English term "dægesege," which translates to "day's eye," or "eye of the day." The name suggests a daisy looks like the sun with its rays shining out in ...

English ivy used to be one of the most popular ground covers, but I am starting to see more and more negative articles about ...

It’s the season to watch pollinator insects to bounce from flower to flower in the garden. The thought that they are going ...

Here is a list of plants that are the most irresistible to unwanted pests, plus a few expert tips for protecting pest-prone plants in your garden. Roses can be prone to a number of different pests, ...

Garden centers have also been a factor. A 2023 study by the University of Massachusetts Amherst found that many plant ...

Many plants naturally deter flies from buzzing around your yard with scents that the pests don't like. These include ...