Planting perennials is one of the smartest low-maintenance garden moves you can make. So what are perennial plants, you may ask? Unlike annuals, which only last for a single season, perennials spring ...

While no plants will survive with a total lack of sunlight, there are some plant groups that have evolved to thrive in even low-light areas of the outdoor landscape. If you’re looking to add plants to ...

*How do we care for hibiscus? The hibiscus (mallow) family is a large plant group. Some are grown indoors because of New England winters. Others are outdoor perennials or annuals. The reader asks ...

There’s no rule that says you can plant only summer annuals in patio and deck containers. Many perennials work just as well, if not better, says Sandy McDougle of Sandy’s Plants in Mechanicsville, ...

Cold temperatures this weekend could put outdoor plants at risk if they’re left unprotected. Plant experts say taking action now can make the difference between saving plants or losing them.