Several years ago, I had a reader ask, “Why should I use an anti-transpirant?” As landscapers, we would use this product to reduce water vapor escaping from the plant. Anti-transpirants or ...

Garden—I really appreciate their presence in the winter. I generally neglect to water them enough, but they persevere and add ...

Spring-blooming shrubs sometimes send out sporadic flowers this time of year in response to up-and-down fall temperatures.

'Stellar Ruby' magnolia thrives in nutrient-rich soil and benefits from an annual application of slow-release fertilizer in ...

As the year draws to a close, venturing into the garden can feel increasingly unappealing. Nevertheless, there are still plenty of jobs to complete — from collecting fallen leaves to trimming back ...

Azaleas usually weather the South's mild frosts without problem, but many evergreen azaleas don't like a deep freeze. They need a helping hand so they can come through winter without losing a few ...

Autumn conjures images of cascading red and gold leaves falling from tree canopies, but shrubs can offer brilliant bursts of color as well. If you want to add striking fall foliage to your yard, some ...

WASHINGTON — Planting flowering shrubs really is such an easy way to elevate your landscaping, and the D.C. region is in prime time for a lot of varieties of shrubs. Joel Cooke from Merrifield Garden ...

Most home gardeners prize azaleas for their wide range of colors and low maintenance. By learning to prune these shrubs properly, you will be rewarded with healthy plants that bring spring color to ...