Blackberries (Rubus spp.) — dark purple, sweet-tart fruits high in vitamins and disease-fighting compounds -- are protected by thorny canes that twist into impenetrable brambles when left unattended.

While strawberry plants need some cold to send them into dormancy, they also need protection from freezing weather. Here's ...

October is a busy month in the garden, with tasks including pruning stalwart shrubs, refreshing containers and tidying up ...

Be ready to move half-hardy and tender plants such as pelargoniums, some salvias and fuchsias in October. They need to be cut ...

Blackberry bushes grow fast, so they require a little TLC every year to keep them in check. That’s why it’s so important to learn how to prune blackberries. If you have blackberries in your garden, ...

After all that hard work and care, your strawberries are finally ready to harvest! These simple tips can help them to taste ...

Despite the weather getting cooler, there are plenty of crops that can be sown now for a bountiful harvest in the coming ...

Despite the crisp autumn air and shortening days, October presents a prime opportunity for gardeners. While tidying up demands attention, the soil remains warm enough for planting. This month, you can ...

There’s a nip in the air and the days are getting shorter, but October is one of those months when the ground is still warm enough to be planting, even though tidying up may take a lot of your time.

As the chill of winter sets in, a garden's hidden gems begin to reveal themselves, offering unexpected bursts of color and fragrance amidst the frost.