Yes, you can still plant some perennials this late in the season. You can technically plant perennials in fall right up until your area's first frost, but giving them at least 4 to 6 weeks beforehand ...
Fall is the best time to plant spring-flowering bulbs and native plant seeds that benefit from cold stratification, like milkweed and bee balm. However, fall planting is not recommended for certain ...
Coneflowers already draw butterflies and bees, but pairing them with the right companion plants can turn a simple bed into a ...
Fall is an ideal time for planting flowering perennials, and we could write a long list of reasons why you should think about adding some to your garden. First, perennials don’t have to be replaced ...
Experts agree that fall is generally the best time to plant perennials. Growing zone and the type of perennial can influence whether spring or fall is best. However, not all perennials benefit from ...
Whether you maintain a home garden, botanical garden, community garden, or any other garden, dividing perennials can be a great way to keep plants healthy and augment the size of your garden.
In the fall, plants start to go dormant and focus on growing strong roots. “I think in the transition to native plants, there’s just such an excitement of all the life you’re bringing into your yard." ...
A Kansas State University horticulture expert says that while fall is a great time to plant perennials, selecting the right plants for the Kansas landscape is important. Cynthia Domenghini says that ...
We declutter the inside of our homes during “spring cleaning,” but when it comes to tidying gardens and yards, fall is the real star. “It’s the perfect time to focus on cleaning up gardens and ...
If you’re searching for a low-maintenance, eco-friendly alternative to traditional grass lawns, perennials (most often ...
Fall is made for dividing perennials, and this knowledge provides a key tool for gardeners to control growth, revive crowded beds and prepare for stronger returns in spring. When done with intention, ...