Planting bulbs in fall is easy, but the timing can be challenging in the South. Blazing hot autumns and short winters often result in a less-than-spectacular display of spring flowers. Knowing the ...

As garden catalogs fill your mailbox, it is hard not to get excited about spring-blooming bulbs. From classic tulips and daffodils to exotic-looking fritillaria, there are hundreds of bulbs to choose ...

As soon as Christmas passes and we hurtle into spring, many look out for the first sign of life: the emerging albino head of the crocus, or an early flame bud of a daffodil. For many, these are the ...

Bulbs always seem a bit like magic. Each dry, papery capsule holds a whole plant and everything it needs to bloom. With a little planning, these enchanting flowers can fill your garden with color from ...

Plants like rhododendrons and azaleas that prefer acidic soil conditions can benefit from an application of granular sulfur to the soil in fall. Using sulfur is the best way to reduce the soil pH.

The time is approaching to plant the bulbs you will need for beautiful spring flowers. They are best planted in the fall after soil temperatures begin to cool down but before the ground freezes. The ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... As we enter the fall season, gardeners consider planting selected bulbs for enjoyment as they bloom in the spring. This column opens with a brief overview of ...

The transition to fall happens now, though the heat will linger for a while. Days grow noticeably shorter and nights a bit cooler. I’m always sad to say goodbye to summer and dinners eaten on the ...