It’s that pruning time of year. The period from Christmas until early March, depending on elevation, is the best time to get ...

It’s a good idea to begin planning and researching your garden now, before seeds need to be started and plants become ...

Creating a vertical garden at home using waste materials is practical, affordable, and environmentally friendly.

Winter gardening on the Peninsula means pruning roses, choosing seeds for spring planting and checking trees for early signs of serious root disease. This month’s gardening tips highlight simple steps ...

One of my favorite 'beginner' houseplants by far is the Umbrella plant (umbrella tree), or the Schefflera. This lovely, low maintenance plant provides a wonderful structural appeal in the home with ...

Cooler winter temperatures provide a good opportunity for yard work and lawn care. December is an ideal time to plant a variety of flowers, herbs, and vegetables in Florida. Homeowners can overseed ...

There is a mix of perennials and shrubs that should not be pruned before winter. Keep in mind that any pruning on a plant encourages growth. Pruning stimulates a growth hormone called an auxin. If you ...

There is a mix of perennials and shrubs that should not be pruned before winter. Keep in mind that any pruning on a plant encourages growth. Pruning stimulates a growth hormone called an auxin. If you ...

I have some native plants I purchased that are still in their pots. Is it too late to plant these I the ground? What can I do to save them? November is a bit late, although it might be possible in ...

The hydrangea “Endless Summer” is the one that started it all. One of the few blue flowers (in acid soil), it flowers on both old and new wood. In the fall, the choice to dead head or not to dead head ...