Clematis are rampant climbing plants to prune in February to keep their growth controlled and guarantee a great display of flowers. But only prune summer-flowering Group 2 and 3 clematis this ...

In February it is too cold for most of the region to sow seeds outdoors, but the month offers a great opportunity to sow vegetables, herbs, and flowers indoors.

10 Plants You Should Never Prune in Summer So You Don't Spoil Their Flowers Pruning the wrong plants in summer can snip away flower buds and leave you with a bloom-less garden.

Besides that under-used source of flower power, Carey suggests incorporating four other plant categories: biennials, perennials, summer bulbs, and tropicals.

The trumpet-shaped flowers pair dark and light tones of a single hue, including purple, pink, and blue. Look for newer varieties bred for Southern heat and humidity, such as the Summer Wave ...

February is the month when the Darwinian Gardener emerges from the house and reacquaints himself with his yard. Yup, everything’s still there. He hadn’t seen it much since the last lawn mowing.

It’s still a good time, by the way, to continue planting perennial flowers and new trees, shrubs, and evergreens. Just be sure to keep them well watered throughout summer.