I’ve never seen that before.” Extremes are difficult for plants genetically bred to less dramatic temperature swings.

Rocks for a local rock garden are best chosen from those that are naturally occurring in the area,” writes columnist Tom ...

The roof is among the city’s best-kept secrets — complete with local lore that traces its roots to ex-Mayor Young and his ...

Some weeds such as thistle or young, weedy tree seedlings can be killed by cutting on the morning of a hot and sunny day. A ...

Rick and Anita Perkins, 1365 Troy Road, have been honored as the yard of month by the Washington Arts and Flowers Garden Club ...

Overall, there are reasons to be delighted about the summer of 2025. The sunny weather has allowed for a vital boom in ...

The lawn between the sidewalk and road, called a hellstrip due to its seemingly inhospitable growing environment, can be ...

In terms of what to avoid, hanging baskets are a bit of a no-go, as they tend to dry out faster. And despite their name, ...

“During a hosepipe ban, using a hosepipe for watering the garden, filling paddling pools, cleaning vehicles and washing ...

Whatever the weather, Sedum takesimense 'Atlantis' Stonecrop is an attractive, easy to grow, versatile and multi-functional plant.

Bloody cranesbill is a perennial geranium that grows enthusiastically with little care, particularly once established. It can tolerate drought and doesn't need deadheading, unless you want to ...