Richard’s final recommendation for pruning is bee balm. October is a good time for this as the top section of the shrub ...

October gardening tips for outdoor flowering plants, ornamentals and vegetable gardening are provided in this week's column.

Planting in the fall can set your garden up for spring success. From bold peonies to earthy stonecrop, there's a range of ...

As temperatures cool down, the garden seems to come alive again, especially with the recent rains. Dahlias, zinnias, and ...

LET’S REVIEW A perfect and a little-known method which is totally appropriate now in the month of October. I have numerous times explained, and rightly so, how pruning at the wrong time of year can ...

With the cold weather approaching, gardeners should take steps to prepare their gardens for winter, including deep watering ...

Although it hasn't worked out in the past, many groups are still pushing native alternatives. Other Hoosiers want to keep the ...

Dividing perennials helps rejuvenate plants, ease overcrowding, and expand your garden. While it's not for every plant, it's ...

‘Dahlias should be cut back when the leaves turn black, to about 10 to 15 centimetres above the soil before you lift the ...

Replacing the peony has been a debate for many years. Out of Indiana’s symbols, it is the only one with no obvious historical ...

Put away your sifting pans and pick axes because there's a tree that grows the next best thing to money. Don't expect to ...

When to divide — In Minnesota, early to mid-fall (September through mid-October) is ideal. Aim to divide perennials four to six weeks before the ground freezes, giving roots time to settle in before ...