One blue perennial is not only a beautiful addition to your garden that will attract hummingbirds, but it will also keep ...

If you want to get a gardener’s attention, just mention the words “new variety.” It seldom matters whether it’s a new tomato, a shade tree or a flower; it’s hard to resist the allure of a shiny new ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The only downside? Most perennials have a relatively short bloom season, which ranges from a few days to ...

November in the South is marked by mild days and cool nights—perfect weather for plants to set down roots. Discover which ...

The Arkansas blue star proves that something old can be new again, or at least newly appreciated. The showy plant has spiky blue flowers in spring and thick green foliage in summer that then turns a ...

Every longtime gardener has a list of tough flowering perennials they consult when they need a dependable plant. My criteria for selecting the plants on this list are simple: They must be “tough,” ...

Shade-loving perennials provide dependable color and texture in the cooler, lower-light areas of the garden, and in USDA Zone 6, many perform well. This zone stretches from the southern part of New ...

It's time for the “what’s in and what’s out and what’s hot and what’s not" columns. We know already that the Pantone color of the year for 2020 is Classic Blue – the color of the sky at sunset. I’d ...

With a mix of annuals and perennials, you can ensure your garden will have splashes of colour year-round. But perennials, particularly with their longevity, are a worthwhile investment for your garden ...