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.

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 ...

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 ...

Dividing isn't just a spring gardening task—certain perennials benefit from being divided before the frost hits. Here are ...

When moving peonies, also bear in mind that it may take up to three years for the new plant to start blooming. My peonies ...