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The coyote willow is a north American shrub and one of the few willows that thrives in drier soil in summer as well as ...

A guide to seven of the best perennials to plant in January, and you can get all of these as bare-root plants to benefit bees ...

Winter pansies, also known as ice pansies, are a favorite in the Southern garden for a reason: They can stand downright ...

Gardening columnist Carol Barany encourages readers to refresh their gardens by choosing dependable plants, highlighting ...

Are biting frosts enough to help you eradicate weeds in the garden, or can those pesky plants survive sub-zero temperatures ...

Botanical Name: Primula spp. Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (5.5-6.5) ...

If you're keen to add some stunning floral color to your garden, you can't go past these outstanding phlox varieties ...

Garden trends have a habit of sneaking up on us, and the unexpected ‘it’ flower of 2026 is a perfect example. One minute, ...

Cool month is ideal for adding bare root deciduous fruit trees, vines, roses and shrubs — and harvesting citrus ...

The ZZ plant ( Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is a low-maintenance houseplant that can grow well without a lot of light. “It ...