We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Sure, the sun powers all life on Earth, but it can also be a bit much sometimes, particularly for gardeners. Along with creating intense ...

Many succulents thrive outdoors, including prickly pear, many types of agave and stonecrop, and even more exotic species like ...

Cut sedum back in spring, trim in early summer, and clean up in fall. Skip pruning in mid-summer and winter to avoid stressing the plant. Pruning keeps sedum strong, compact, and blooming well. Sedum ...

It’s that time of year again—your pruning shears are practically calling your name. You’re eyeing your garden, itching to tidy up the fading blooms and dry stalks left behind after summer’s show. But ...

In fall, when the temperature starts to drop, the days get shorter, and you begin preparing to care for dormant plants over the winter, you might think that gardening season is over. But that isn't ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Written by Angela Mason Foster Extension Master Gardener Volunteer When we think ...

Usually, this is the time of year when I grow weary. The heaviness of the summer heat always takes its toll – on my spirits and my garden. My plants are tired; many are struggling, and I have pretty ...

The last few weeks in the garden have been quite stunning. Not only are the annuals and perennials still blooming profusely, but there are butterflies of many kinds taking action in the garden. It has ...