The best time to plant mums in containers is in mid-to-late September. "If you want the most out of your mums, wait until ...

Choose a pot that is a good size, at least 14 or 16 inches in diameter, to avoid any top-heavy tumbles towards the latter end of summer and fall. Try these rustic pots, available from Amazon, which ...

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need a lot of land to start a garden. In fact, all you really need are some containers and soil. Container gardens have gained popularity since not only are they ...

A monarch butterfly is seen on the purple flowers of a New England aster. Despite its name, this wildflower is native to Missouri. Mervin Wallace courtesy of Grow Native! Pansies, daffodils and tulips ...

Last week’s column was all about mums, which are the most popular annual fall flowers. This week I would like to shine a light on other annual fall flowers. My personal favorite flowers to plant in ...

NOTHING SAYS SUMMER like a bowlful of juicy berries. Likewise, nothing says fragile like a fully ripe strawberry or a precious pint of raspberries from the grocery store or farmers market. Which is ...

No garden? No problem—grow a variety of delicious fruits on your porch or patio. Star Roses and Plants You don’t need a lot of space to grow nutritious fruits at home. From berries to citrus, a ...