The only thing I do not like about autumn is that some of my favorite flowers reach the end of their bloom cycle. The important thing to remember is that if these are tender bulbs, they need to be put ...

Gladiolus are gorgeous, impressive, summer-blooming flowers that grow from corms. Some hardy varieties are available that survive winter weather in many USDA growing zones but others are hardy only in ...

Spring-flowering bulbs are available in many stores now. Best selections are at full-service nurseries and garden stores. Bulbs do dry out in stores, so buying early gives you the best quality. If you ...

I always look forward to the change from summer to fall. Although I’m sad to see my summer annuals begin to fade away, I do enjoy the fall scenery — mums, ...

I never used to bother with digging and storing summer-blooming bulbs, such as dahlias, gladiolus, elephant ears, and more. I thought it was too much work. But last fall I was in a friend’s garden and ...

Dear Neil: I have a bed of red spider lilies that are currently full of leaves. Would it be alright to divide them now? If not, when is the best time? They are growing actively now through early ...