Many container plants must be safely stored from freezing temperatures in the winter. You either moved them to a slightly warmer spot to shelter, like a garage, or indoors to a windowsill. Either way, ...

Like humans, plants enjoy spending time outdoors after a long, dreary winter. The increased light from the warm summer sun and the fresh air encourage plants to produce new, healthy growth.

Bare-root perennials may not look so exciting when they first arrive, but with some careful planting and care, they can ...

Climbing plants are a beautiful addition to any landscape. You can train them to trail up arbors, trellises, fences, and other structures for a romantic, whimsical garden aesthetic. But many climbing ...

DENVER — Spring annuals are doing well in containers now. If you planted pansies, kale and sweet alyssum early, they should be putting on a good show. I plant a lot of lettuce in pots because it's ...

Perlite, a volcanic rock, is a common ingredient in potting mixes. It improves drainage, aeration and water retention in soil. Perlite is lightweight and can be added to in-ground gardens, but it's ...

As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...

Gardeners can get creative by planting beautiful decorative containers, but it can be difficult to know where to start. Certified professional horticulturist Meagan McManus from West Seattle Nursery ...

A container of forced grape hyacinth, daffodil and tulip bulbs. Courtesy MelindaMyers.com. Pot them up, give them a chill ...

Winter might feel like downtime, but it’s the ideal season to tackle a few key garden tasks. Do these now and shave days off ...

• Seeds for sweet peas and native California wildflowers should be planted in November to get the best blooms this spring. • Sweet peas have a delicate, unforgettable fragrance that has never been ...