River rock often plays a practical role in gardens and landscapes. Here are a dozen ways to use this natural material for ...

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! The September heat wave is hopefully the last blast of summer as temperatures may reach 90 degrees over the weekend. Unfortunately, there is no rain in the ...

The hot colors of midsummer dominate landscapes these days. And there is nothing subtle about the fiery reds, hot pinks, vivid yellows and sunny oranges that stand out so beautifully in flowerbeds.

It is so hot that it seems tempting to ignore the fact that flower beds need a lift from now into late summer. But they do, and a couple of excellent perennials are waiting to do the job. They are ...

Xeriscaped landscape with drought-tolerant blue, purple, and yellow colored flowers - Kathryn Roach/Shutterstock When seeking out plants that can hold up to heat and periods of low water, it may be ...

Winter pruning keeps Russian sage compact and preps it for better blooms next summer. Cut stems between 8–18 inches during dormancy to spark fresh growth and keep it neat. Pruning boosts flowers, ...