With the cold weather approaching, gardeners should take steps to prepare their gardens for winter, including deep watering ...

Whether you have wax or tuberous begonias, our gardening experts are here to walk you through their overwintering advice ...

‘Dahlias should be cut back when the leaves turn black, to about 10 to 15 centimetres above the soil before you lift the ...

If you leave the tubers in the ground, cover the crowns with a thick layer of free-draining organic mulch, such as straw, ...

“If you’ve planted something new, evergreens can suffer from winter cold winds, which take the moisture out of the leaves.

Growing lemon trees in containers isn't hard if you give them light, water, and good soil. Here are some tips for growing and ...

Key Points Overwinter geraniums by taking cuttings and propagating them inside for the winter.Bring potted geraniums indoors slowly, or dig up garden plants and move them to pots inside.Leave bare ...

Dear Master Gardener: I just planted a Bloomerang lilac. Do I need to protect it over the winter since it is newly planted?

One of the most important things to do with hydrangeas in autumn is to apply a layer of mulch to the base – this is ...

Cover asparagus and rhubarb beds with a mulch of manure or compost. Store garden supplies and fertilizers in a safe, dry place out of reach of children. Western Oregon: Spade organic material and lime ...

Many kitchen plastics pose risks for certain foods, research indicates. Acidic or fatty items can release harmful compounds, compromising taste and safety. Hot leftovers, raw meats, acidic fruits, ...