Perennial and grass foliage can add a lot of appeal to the winter landscape while being beneficial for overwintering pollinators and wildlife. That’s why I prefer waiting until early spring to cut ...

Gardens require work all year long. When you aren't fighting off insects, you are planting, prepping, or cutting back growth. For the most part, these things work in a specific cycle, and many ...

It's common knowledge that you should be pruning some plants in the fall, but this doesn't necessarily mean they all need attention from your shears right away. While some plants are best trimmed in ...

October can be a great time to do some maintenance in your garden—but there are some perennials you should definitely avoid pruning. This is due to several reasons. Often, these plants provide a ...

Ornamental grasses can add interest to a dormant winter garden. Here's the best time to cut back ornamental grasses to help ...

Outdoor projects may occur more often during the spring and summer months, but you can stretch your efforts a little longer. “The main benefit of planting in the fall is that the temperatures outside ...