Perennials are the backbone of any garden or landscape, so it's essential to know how to care for them properly. This includes when they should be planted and, more importantly, when they should not ...

Perennial planting demands new skills to maintain and benefit the garden. Planting perennials provides seasonal interest, as ...

You can technically plant perennials in fall right up until your area's first frost, but giving them at least 4 to 6 weeks beforehand helps roots settle and survive winter. Warmer USDA zones have more ...

October is an ideal month for planting perennials. With the temperatures falling, now is the perfect time to get your plants in the ground before the first frosty mornings of winter take their icy ...

The best time to plant perennials depends on your hardiness zone, but generally is spring and fall. The type of perennial and whether you're planting seeds or plants makes a difference to timing. Keep ...

Experts agree that fall is generally the best time to plant perennials. Growing zone and the type of perennial can influence whether spring or fall is best. However, not all perennials benefit from ...

I am a huge fan of perennials. Perhaps it is my thrifty nature that hates to get rid of a plant after only one season. Sure, I'll start some annuals like marigolds or zinnias from seed to add a quick ...

Come November, many plants are done growing for the season. Plant this perennial in late fall, however, and receive golden ...

After a long, cold winter, spring-blooming bulbs are a welcome sight in your garden. From daffodils to tulips and crocuses to snowdrops, spring bulbs add much-needed colour to the landscape, just when ...