Don't stow away your garden tools just yet. It's a good idea to plant this blue-purple perennial in fall to give it a strong ...

A member of the asparagus plant family (Asparagales), this plant is native to western Asia. It was introduced to Europe in the 16th century and is now widely cultivated due to its raceme of fragrant ...

Division has a few benefits. For one, irises have a tendency to become overcrowded, which can lead to sad-looking plants and ...

Plant them right. Dig a shallow trench. Place the rhizome in the trench, making sure the top of it is just visible above the ...

The showy blooms of irises are iconic. Though there are many varieties, this early-blooming iris can actually be grown in ...

It is hard to believe that we have already entered September. Seems like the summer season just began and we are already ...

Q. When should I plant fall flower bulbs? A: There are two types of flower bulbs: Spring blooming and summer blooming. Fall is when spring blooming bulbs are planted as most need the winter chill to ...

The sun shines through the leaves of iris flowers planted next to the Sayres Log house at Washington Riverfront Park in Ravenswood late one afternoon recently. If you have a recent photo that ...

Many of the perennial plants in our landscapes are slowing down at this time of year. With fall and winter drawing near, a ...