Jeff Lowenfels has written a weekly gardening column for the ADN for more than 45 years. He earned the 2025 Gold Laurel Media ...

These low-maintenance blooms love a head start.

As the soft days of fall roll gently on there is still plenty to enjoy in the flower garden if you choose plants that love the cooler weather. How long this extended growing season lasts will depend ...

A super long-blooming native Joe-Pye eupatorium, a new pink-bloomer that’s a hummingbird magnet, and four new perennial ...

Rosemary is a great way to attract hummingbirds and butterflies, but there's another herb you should add next to it if you want to see more of these critters.

A lot of winter gardening is about getting the garden ready for spring. It’s not the most exciting or glamorous work, but it allows you to dive right into the good stuff once the season turns. And the ...

After the shorter days of winter, my spring garden has sprung into life and each morning I venture out to spot what’s emerging from the soil or starting to bloom. I’m enjoying seeing my majestic ...

Recent studies suggest planting strips of wildflowers alongside crops boosts pollination and promotes higher yields. But these aren’t the only benefits. Adding wildflowers to your farm stabilizes the ...

Plants can brighten up any space, from a garden bed full of summer veggies in the sun to a windowsill hosting a potted succulent, but not every leafy favorite is safe. We’re not talking about lawn ...

Flowers and Valentine’s Day go hand in hand, and many retailers are giving you the chance to save on flowers, plants and more for your loved ones right now. With delivery services offering a wide ...