When To Cut Back Perennials In the crunch of fall chores and yard cleanup, you’ll have to carve out some time to tend to your ...

Weeds are a common problem for gardens and lawns, and can be difficult to control. Gardeners should determine their weed tolerance and workload tolerance before implementing a weed control plan.

If you’re not weeding, you’re not gardening. There. I said it. I guess that should really read, “if you’re not weeding, you’re not gardening right.” If you’re gardening in a way that makes a good home ...

While most perennials will adorn a garden for many years, planting some species in the fall will dramatically shorten their ...

Learn expert tips on winterizing your garden effectively, covering plant protection, soil care, and tool maintenance for a ...

Answer: A few years ago, I asked NMSU Extension Weed Specialist Leslie Beck to explain why annual weeds like sandburs and goatheads are so difficult to control and to give us options for managing them ...

Gardening can be a matter of perspective: One person’s weed is another person’s flower! But some types of weeds are not just a blip on the radar; they can take over your grass in a hurry if left alone ...

Deer have an aversion to plants that are overly fragrant, fuzzy, thorny, or poisonous, explains Alex Kantor, owner at Perfect Plants Nursery. The Bridal Wreath Spirea shrub—a low-maintenance plant ...

Although you can view a weed as a plant growing where you don’t want it to be, some weeds require prompt removal. They rapidly take over your garden or landscape, spreading by seeds or rhizomes.

Dividing perennials helps rejuvenate plants, ease overcrowding, and expand your garden. While it's not for every plant, it's key to keep a healthy garden growing.