What a joy to see some perennial color in early spring. I have a few early blooming perennials that are lovely now while others are just beginning to break through the ground. I have several ...

The early blooms of spring tell you the coldest days of the year are behind you and the warmth of the new season has arrived. Look for these early spring flowers as a signal to get your garden started ...

Several annual and perennial plants can add a splash of color to your landscape in early spring. Consider planting ranunculus in a pot or basket for a stunning display of pastel colors. Chives, while ...

There is nothing that captures the heart more than a plant with a long history behind it. The Lenten rose or hellebore is one of those plants. During the season of Lent, take some time to check out ...

My favorite shade perennial is Lenten rose (Helleborus). This unique perennial is native to mountainous areas of Greece and Turkey. It has evergreen foliage and blooms remarkably early with pretty ...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Approximately 1.5 million visitors attend the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington D.C. each year. But the effects of climate change are prompting trees to blossom ...

As spring awakens and the days begin to stretch, gardeners eagerly anticipate the first blooms of the season. However, for those with shady gardens, it can sometimes feel like the options are limited.

We have certainly seen plenty of rain to start the month of March this year, but it’s also been quite mild. Average temperatures are over 6 degrees above normal with every day this month at least ...

Warm winter days are perfect for garden prep. Try these 5 early tasks to get a head start on the growing season—no digging in ...