Some foliage plants surprise in spring rather than fall. Siberian bugloss (Brunnera), for instance, is beloved for its ...

I made this oak’s acquaintance courtesy of “Plants for the Winter Garden” (Timber Press, 2024), by Warren Leach. The author ...

I’ve been taking Miguel, my 12-year-old Havanese, for 3,500-step walks around the neighborhood lately (and telling myself ...

The 2025 UMass Garden Calendar comes out every fall, just as we are putting our gardens to bed for the winter. As always, the ...

Water trees, shrubs, lawns, and perennials during prolonged dry fall and winter periods to prevent root damage.

Discover the best houseplants that don’t need much water, perfect for those with busy lifestyles or who travel often. Learn ...

While creeping thyme makes an attractive ground cover plant, it is not the right plant for covering the soil beneath a shade ...

Discover the beauty of this perennial that thrives in gravel instead of mulch. Perfect for low-maintenance gardens, this ...

Q: I have nine pots of what I’m pretty sure is purple heart (wandering dude) on my apartment balcony. They came from a bed in my sister’s front yard. What’s the best approach for their cold weather ...

Tall flower spikes protrude from the center of the foliage in bursts of lavender or dark purple ... leaves are lusciously ...

Some foliage plants surprise in spring rather than fall. Siberian bugloss (Brunnera), for instance, is beloved for its ...