Learn how and when to cut back low-maintenance Knock Out roses, and what to do if you miss the ideal window so you don't risk ...

Looking for easy ways to add lots of color to your yard, no matter how much space you have to fill? Bushes that attract butterflies are the answer! Plant just a few bushes to fill in empty corners, or ...

Shrubs are often considered foundational plantings that “anchor” your home to the surrounding landscaping. In addition to providing a transition from human-made structures to natural greenery, shrubs ...

Snowdrops are a favorite winter flower, with blooms appearing in February and March and lasting for a few months. They're planted as bulbs in the fall, and are an easy-to-grow option that'll come back ...

As the gardening season ends, many are eager to move shrubs around, but timing is crucial. Shrubs that bloom in late summer ...

Autumn is a great time to plant perennials in the garden. Discover gorgeous perennial plants that add autumn hues, winter foliage, and early spring blooms to the garden.

Katherine Gallagher is a writer and sustainability expert. She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Chapman University and a Sustainable Tourism certificate from the GSTC. An evergreen flowering ...

Lilacs are the star of Lombard during May, but this year they’re coming out early. Some of Lilacia Park’s lilacs are blossoming so far ahead of schedule that Lombard Park District horticulturist Jerry ...

If a plant is healthy and relatively unstressed, the normal seasonal move to cooler weather triggers dormancy.