When I first started gardening more than 40 years ago, it made no sense to me why anyone would plant a flower that lived for just one summer when there were so-called “perennials” that came back year ...

In gardening, you've probably heard plants described as annuals and perennials a lot. That's because knowing the difference between annual and perennial plants will help you understand how each type ...

Spring planting season brings new opportunities to refresh your garden, but choosing the right plants now can make all the ...

Michigan spans three different growing zones — 4, 5, and 6 — with the northern and western parts of the state falling into ...

Some plants just aren’t built for pots.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A garden flourishes when it has both annual flowers and perennial flowers. Annuals give you a chance to grow plants outside your ...

Fill your garden with springtime color by growing these early blooming perennials that thrive in cool weather!

Most of my favorite plants are herbaceous perennials. I love trees and shrubs, and could not live without my short-lived annual flowers. But the variety of plants that excite and dazzle me for nearly ...

Discover a variety of fast-growing, spreading perennials and learn how to care for them in your garden. Explore tips and ...

Discover low-maintenance shrubs and perennial plants that thrive in shade gardens. Spend less time pruning and watering, and ...

The Perennial Exchange, an organization dedicated to swapping perennial plants with other gardeners, hosts its spring event ...