Spring trimming sets the tone for how your shrubs look and perform over the next twelve months. Cut at the wrong time, remove the wrong wood, or reach for the wrong tool, and you lock in problems that ...

Bee balm (Monarda didyma) is a stunning perennial from the mint family that is hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9. It is known for being a colorful plant pollinators love that you can also use in ...

Gardeners often ask, “When is the best time to cut back the dead tops of herbaceous perennials (stems die back to the ground each year)?” “Should we cut them in fall as the tops fade?” “Or wait until ...

It's about the time of year when perennials are in full bloom once more—but these plants can still use a bit of maintenance. Cutting back will help your perennials really shine by stimulating new ...

Making that first cut of the year with your mower is crucial to getting your lawn off on the right foot. Mow to the wrong height, with dull blades or in poor soil conditions and you can stunt your ...