FARGO — What did the young plant say to the old plant during a disagreement? OK, bloomer. In the world of plants, perennial flowers are enjoying the same upswing in popularity as houseplants and ...

Some gardeners are discouraged by their shady landscapes. They believe their borders must be bereft of pretty perennials, like the plants in their friends' sunny gardens. Shade gardeners fear not.

Perennial plants and flowers come in virtually every shape, size, color and texture. As you observe the natural landscape, these combinations come into play without you even realizing it. As we plan ...

Bursts of color are all too fleeting in most gardens. Daffodils and tulips vanish before the warm weather really starts. Annuals such as snapdragons and angelonia can brighten summer flower beds, but ...

Everything seems to have a history. Perennial garden design is no different. In the 1890s, George Nicholson was the curator of the Royal Botanical Gardens in Kew, England. At his suggestion, a garden ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Gardening comes with its own language and set of rules, and there’s a lot to wade through. Whether you’re ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

Everything seems to have a history. Perennial garden design is no different.In the 1890s, George Nicholson was the curator of the Royal Botanical Gardens in Kew, England. At his suggestion, a garden ...

As part of the continuing Musconetcong Watershed Association's "River Talk" Series, the MWA will present "Perennials In Garden Design on Tuesday, May 14 from 7-8:30 p.m., at MWA River Resource Center, ...

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The idea of designing your own perennial garden might seem daunting. But it doesn’t have to be. If you can’t fathom tackling a large area, start small and expand next year. Begin by laying out the ...

Get ready, because the Perennial Diva is coming to town! Stephanie Cohen, one of the country’s most-loved gardening experts, will give a fun, upbeat talk on the flowers of summer this Saturday, June ...