Winter is a time when many people clean up their yards and gardens. One of the tasks that often needs to be done is re ...

When you’re ready to plant new trees, shrubs and/or perennials, carefully select varieties that will not run rampant. Dig ...

As the chilly winter air rolls in, it’s tempting to ignore the garden and hibernate indoors. But before you call it quits for ...

A: The main advice doesn’t change. Never let the soil become dry to the touch. Keep it moist at all times. Learn to “read” the soil, both visually and by feeling it. However, in general terms for the ...

During the holiday season, plants have a way of adding warmth and charm to our homes. From the vibrant reds of poinsettias to ...

Pruning firecracker plants keeps them healthy and tidy and ensures the flowering shrub puts on a great display of flowers.

Hydrangeas have specific pruning needs and those differ among different varieties. Here's how to know what type of hydrangea ...

Q: My hollies have lots of red berries on them this year, but they’re covering part of my windows so I want to prune them. Is ...

Hibiscus plants are blooming profusely all over Marco right now. This plant seems to love the cold weather. Perhaps it’s ...

In Fielding Questions, readers also asked about pruning lilacs and whether potatoes with green spots are safe to eat.

As I wrote this winter had arrived with some snow, winds and cold temperatures. The Alabama Swamps are basically frozen, so ...