Do you know what a secateur is? I encountered the word a few years ago in a magazine featuring Martha Stewart, who was describing the fine points of the secateur she was marketing. A secateur is ...
Deadheading is an important chore that can make a big difference in plant health and the amount of blooms a plant produces.
Herbaceous peonies(Paeonia lactiflora) are among the easiest flowering plants to grow. One key to success is knowing when to cut back peonies and how to properly make ...
After a long winter, gardeners start to get a little impatient in March. That first deceptive stretch of mild weather comes, and suddenly the whole yard looks a little worse for wear. But don’t clean ...
Perennial and grass foliage can add a lot of appeal to the winter landscape while being beneficial for overwintering pollinators and wildlife. That’s why I prefer waiting until early spring to cut ...
Electric hedge trimmers are perfect for cutting back ornamental grasses. CONTRIBUTED Electric hedge trimmers are perfect for cutting back ornamental grasses. CONTRIBUTED Last Sunday and Monday were ...