In quiet corners this month, small shrubs turn red and gold, then quietly serve up bowls of late-season fruit. Across patios and back gardens, two modest ...

Organic garlic bulbs shouldn't have been coated with anything. Plant them so they're not touching, a hand width apart or even ...

Cooler nights are closing in, and the window to shape healthy growth is shrinking. A few careful cuts now will pay off.

While certain plants shouldn't be touched with secateurs in October, it's actually the perfect moment to trim back others before the colder months arrive. It's crucial to pay particular attention to ...

Peonies need to go dormant for the winter season, so if you're going to keep one in your house you need to find a cold storage area that stays between 3 and 5 C consistently.

There is nothing quite like a freshly-picked blueberry, whether you enjoy it straight off the bush or in a delectable blueberry dessert. If you grow blueberry bushes of your own at home, you'll want ...

October is the start of frosty mornings, cosy nights and gorgeous red and gold leaves. It’s also a great time to check your garden and make sure everything is ready for the next spring. Pruning now ...

Correct pruning of raspberry bushes is essential. Pruning produces higher yields, helps control diseases and facilitates harvesting and other maintenance chores. The growth and fruiting ...

I have several overgrown azalea bushes and want to rejuvenate them. Is it too late to cut them back now? I do realize I would lose the spring flowers, but I’m afraid the overgrown condition of the ...

Many shrubs benefit from pruning each year. We prune them to remove stray branches and suckers, keep the plants to a manageable size, and maintain an attractive shape. For some shrubs, pruning also ...

Fall cleanup in the garden is common, but some plants actually fare better if left untouched through winter. Cutting them back too soon can hinder growth, reduce winter hardiness, or even prevent ...