Entries for September 2008

This native shrub finds a way to succeed spectacularly in the most unfriendly of habitats.

Smart strategies to make the best use of your gardening time—so you can enjoy your garden more!

Fall is the time to plant shrubs; follow our four steps to adding a shrub to your space.

This northern finch lives off of Arctic birch and willow seeds before heading southward into any area with ample seeds—old fields, grassy roadsides, and your garden.

A sun-loving, bloom-crazy, rough-and-tumble annual, Mexican Sunflower boasts red-orange flowers on bushy, sturdy branches.

Ants don't deserve your antipathy. These common but complex insects hold the key to a garden's health.

Choose a water feature that mirrors your garden's natural charm.

Not quite ready for a traditional glass greenhouse? Check out the new array of lightweight mini-greenhouses with tiny price tags to match.

When should I cut back the stems on my Russian sage?