Sedums have shallow roots, so don't plant them in a deep container. Too much soil will hold moisture that can rot the plants. Duncan Livingston The News Tribune Mid-June is still not too late to plant ...

In celebration of the abilities of plants to survive troublesome weather, let’s dive into an appreciation of sedums and sempervivums, both water-saving succulents that shine in August weather. Not ...

When you think of late-season flowers, you probably think first of chrysanthemums and asters, the dynamic duo of autumn. But let's face it: As garden subjects, neither is without issues. Chances are ...

Succulent fountains are becoming increasingly popular for a variety of reasons: homeowners can’t keep up with constant filling if their water feature doesn’t automatically fill, mosquitoes are a ...

The beginning of October is a good time to plan for spring. From fall garden maintenance to planting bulbs, what you do in October will reflect in your garden come April. Here are 10 Tips for Fall ...

As the succulent craze continues, the architectural plants are making designer appearances in pots, terrariums, wall planting systems, even bride's bouquets. Low-water succulents are especially ...

They're compact, versatile, colorful, and virtually bullet-proof in the garden. They're also not prone to bugs or disease, they need no spraying, need little water or fertilizer, and even the deer and ...

Containers are great for gardeners with little space, but they are equally useful in a big garden that needs a focal point. For the past several years, Wave petunias, coleuses, sweet potato vines and ...

I know it’s still unseasonably warm out there, but the hours of daylight are getting rapidly shorter and cold weather often arrives unexpectedly. So, here are a few cool weather warnings: Start ...

The beginning of June is time to fill planters and pots with flowers and vegetables. It’s also time to cut back the tall garden phlox and the sedum “Autumn Joy” so that these two summer-blooming ...

Hypertufa sounds like a plant disease, but it's not; it's something that you might want to bring into your garden. The name comes from tufa, a porous, lightweight, soft rock. It's easy to gouge out a ...