The first week of October is a great time to replant, reinvent and restyle your porch and patio planters.
If your hydrangeas are grown in containers, rather than directly in your yard, October is a good time to move them into a sheltered position. This will protect them from strong winds and frost.
When it comes to what never to do with hydrangeas in autumn, there are two main culprits. So avoid these and help ensure healthy roots, strong stems, and vibrant flowers when the warmer months return.
As the vibrant blooms of summer begin to fade, hydrangea owners may be considering what needs to be done in autumn to protect their plants over winter and ensure they thrive next summer. According to ...
Lilacs are beautiful flowers that put on a show in the spring, so it may be tempting to cut them back in the fall. However, October is one of the worst times to prune them.
Hydrangeas are a popular choice for many gardeners, thanks to their large, colourful blooms. But to ensure they thrive and produce plenty of flowers, there are some key autumn care tips to follow ...
As fall approaches, gardeners are often tempted to trim back their plants for winter. However, experts suggest that leaving perennials standing can offer numero ...
Hydrangeas can flourish if you avoid one common mistake people often make in the autumn. The flowers, which are native to the Americas and Asia, are loved for their vibrant b,right blue hue, normally ...
Deadheading in October isn't advised for many plants, but it's a good way to control self-seeding and maybe even get one last round of blooms for the season.
Dear Master Gardener: I just planted a Bloomerang lilac. Do I need to protect it over the winter since it is newly planted?