Thistles are a marvelous group of plants. Botanists place them all as members of the sunflower (or aster) family, which is a ...

Spring gardens are all about flowers, so why not indulge in some flower therapy to get your garden, and yourself into spring ...

These late-blooming perennials are a keystone plant, providing beauty and food. Learn where to best plant them and how to ...

Come September, plants appear ready to bust free of their beds in landscaper James McCain’s garden.

The right tools, timing, and procedure for late summer pruning can result in healthier, shapelier plants that produce more ...

The flowers are insect pollinated, and various thistle species are widely known as important food sources for butterflies, as well as bees.

Colorful blooms used strategically with shrubs and ornamental trees are great for adding curb appeal to the front of your ...

Showcasing spooky plants - indoors and out - is an innovative way to get your home set for Halloween. From carnivorous ...

More and more gardeners are adding native plants to their landscapes. These plants provide more than beautiful flowers for us ...

Beech leaf disease is caused by a microscopic, invasive worm called a nematode that damages the tree’s buds and leaves.

Japanese knotweed is a rapidly-spreading invasive, non-native plant that could threaten property values in Connecticut and in ...

Beyond watering and providing nutrients, Malabika believes plants thrive with personal care so she speaks to them throughout ...