Care & Maintenance

 

Caring for Perennials Left Out in the Cold

Just like a warm pair of mittens on your hands, the proper covering can protect garden plants from cold. Use these simple tricks to help your prized inground species survive the chills and hopefully recover from frost. Learn how to protect perennials in winter.

 

Divide Perennials Before They Conquer

Many popular perennials must be divided in order to do well in (or not take over) the garden. Learn how to use a sharp spade to cut the clumps apart and spread the perennial love.

 

Extreme Midsummer Perennial Makeovers

Reblooming perennials look amazing in early summer when their colorful flowers are at their peak. But a few weeks later, the freshness starts to fade. Perk up your weary midsummer garden by giving your beloved perennials a makeover – and enjoy the next flowering show in late summer and fall!

 

Perennial Care & Maintenance

Your perennials have been planted – now what? Use these basic care tips as a guide for keeping your gorgeous growers looking their best.

 

Pruning for Blooming

New to gardening? Here’s the simple secret to getting continual bloom from your flowers: Spend time in your garden! Whether pruning or deadheading spent flowers, weekly passes through your perennials with a pair of hand shears (or just your fingers) can keep your garden blooming strong, as well as healthy.

 

When to Cut Back Your Perennials

Which perennials should you leave standing until spring, and which should you cut back? While there aren’t any hard-and-fast rules on the subject, here are some tips to help you get the most from your garden.

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