I made this oak’s acquaintance courtesy of “Plants for the Winter Garden” (Timber Press, 2024), by Warren Leach. The author ...

While American holly is native just south of Indiana in portions of Kentucky, there is a deciduous holly known as winterberry (Ilex verticillata) that is native to wetlands scattered throughout ...

It's common for poinsettias to thrive into February and beyond, but their once colorful leaves will be replaced by all green ...

D riving around the county, I routinely spot invasive exotic plants like Brazilian Pepper (the poster child of invasive ...

Some foliage plants surprise in spring rather than fall. Siberian bugloss (Brunnera), for instance, is beloved for its ...

Learn how to grow sweet peppers in your kitchen garden with these easy tips. From planting to harvesting, discover the best ...

Native edibles, such as western beaked hazelnuts, California wild grapes and evergreen huckleberries make great garden ...

Did you know that the world’s most expensive spice comes from a type of crocus? It’s true. Saffron is derived from Crocus ...

The mild weather favours flowery Novembers but destructive animals are out in force. Plants that resist attack are the way to ...

So it’s time to say out with the old — in this case, warm-season bedding plants — and in with some new plants that are suited for the cool season. November is the perfect time to make this switch in ...

In this article, you'll discover the botanical name of onion and learn why botanists use such precise terminology.

Water trees, shrubs, lawns, and perennials during prolonged dry fall and winter periods to prevent root damage.