The Sonoma Botanical Garden in Glen Ellen opened its “Bonsai & Blossoms” exhibition this month, which features flowering bonsai from members of the Redwood Empire Bonsai Society. It runs through March ...

Each year in winter, gardeners get out their shears to trim their plants in preparation for the coming spring. Pruning is a vital part of plant care — for most trees and shrubs, at least. However, not ...

Azaleas usually weather the South's mild frosts without problem, but many evergreen azaleas don't like a deep freeze. They need a helping hand so they can come through winter without losing a few ...

Is it now OK to take salvia out of one bed and put them in another? Can I add porterweed to a flowerbed at this time? — Barbara You may try and move the salvias now, although it would be better to ...

Faded blooms on an azalea, ready for pruning. Q: Time got away from me, and I haven’t pruned my evergreen azaleas yet. When is it too late to prune azaleas, and how far back can I prune them? Write to ...

Norm Geisinger is 82 years old, and he owns an 85-year-old bonsai tree that’s less than two feet tall. He’s owned the Lace-bark Chinese elm for 25 years. He’s the third owner. Geisinger, a former ...

Most home gardeners prize azaleas for their wide range of colors and low maintenance. By learning to prune these shrubs properly, you will be rewarded with healthy plants that bring spring color to ...

SHREVEPORT, La. - Gardening enthusiasts gathered at the American Rose Center to hear from David Creech of Stephen F. Austin University, who provided expert advice on azalea care, particularly pruning ...

When considering how to prune azaleas, take into account that such pruning isn’t actually a necessity unless your bushes have outgrown their allotted space. You can prevent that by planting azaleas ...

Azaleas are a popular flowering shrub in the Southern United States, known for their vibrant blooms and hardiness. With thousands of varieties available, azaleas offer a range of colors, sizes, and ...