Virtues: Barren strawberry (Waldsteinia ternata) is a perennial flowering groundcover. It is an easy-to-grow plant with nice foliage and yellow flowers that appear in spring. As the common name barren strawberry suggests, the plant looks …

What is a low-maintenance plant, plus a list of low-maintenance perennial plants.

We love pot marigold (Calendula officinalis) for its bright flowers, tolerance of cool temperatures and ease of care.

What are some shade annuals?

Here are a few excellent references and items for gardeners interested in attracting wild birds or raising chickens.

How to plant and grow the dahlia.

I want to develop the back of our yard into a new garden, but it is a hillside. Do you have advice for planting on a slope?

Watch a video about making compost.

Watch this video for tips on choosing the right fruit tree for your yard.

Certain perennials do not benefit from additional fertilizer. Before you spring-feed your garden, review this list of perennials not to feed.

Virtues: We love the saucer magnolia tree (Magnolia ×soulangeana) for its tulip-like spring flowers, small size, bold leaves and ease of care.