Earlier in spring, I discussed new gardeners and gardens. I also wrote about the use of self-seeding annuals, which can help new gardeners as they learn this hobby. Here, I will make some suggestions ...

Two people deadheading various flowers in a garden - Annie Otzen/Getty Images You've probably heard that you should think twice before pruning your garden in the summer heat. This is good advice, as ...

Most plants prefer to be pruned when the weather is cool in spring or autumn. However, some popular perennials can rebloom if they’re cut back in summer after their first flowers have faded. Extend ...

Although roses remain favorites for suffusing your summer garden with intoxicating fragrance, there's only so much of their sassiness a gardener can tolerate. Luckily, there are a myriad of ...

The third week of July is time for weed wars and victory marches for the best perennials. I was at Bellevue Botanical Gardens on Friday to celebrate the best summer perennials and do a “walk and talk, ...