The height of summer is upon us. Brilliant colors fill gardens and the scent of flowers hangs in the humid air. I stand, garden scissors in hand. My other hand is absolutely full of spikey stems and ...

Wait until fall frost kills tall phlox before pruning to the ground; fall pruning is keeps powdery mildew at bay. Regular deadheading and light trimming encourage bushier growth, extend blooming, and ...

Hydrangea plants can add a pop of color to any yard, and there are so many ways to adjust them for your garden. You can use certain things to change hydrangea color, or you can even trim the hydrangea ...

Garden phlox (Phlox paniculata) is a vibrant perennial known for its colorful, fragrant summer blooms that come in shades like red, pink, lavender, blue, and even variegated. Although undeniably ...

Pink creeping phlox growing on a slope and around a large rock - Olena Lialina/Getty Images The spring blooms of creeping phlox (Phlox subulata) are a welcome sight after a long winter. Whether you ...