A beloved flower for fall landscaping and outdoor decorations, chrysanthemums, or the shortened 'mums,' as they're more commonly known, are affordable and easy to grow. They bloom in a beautiful array ...

Prune hostas in fall after frost for tidy beds, but waiting until spring protects crowns and roots. In summer, remove dead or damaged leaves and spent flowers to keep plants healthy. Always cut with ...

Florist mums are typically grown as annuals, while garden mums can be overwintered in most areas. Planting garden mums early and adding mulch is the best way to overwinter these plants. If you don't ...

There are two mum types: florist and garden perennial mums. Botanically, they are both members of the genus Chrysanthemum, with many hybrids in each category. The main difference between florist mums ...

If you believe the vicious lie that fall actually arrived on Sept. 23, you may have also already taken the plunge into the autumnal planting season. If so, you have likely been rewarded by watching ...

If it's fall, it must be time for dazzling home and garden displays of purple, red, orange, yellow, and white. Thousands of chrysanthemum cultivars exist and many are available for sale this time of ...

Light frosts only harm blooms, but hard freezes can kill mum roots. Use mulch, covers, or shelter for protection; wait until spring to prune. Choose hardy mums for outdoor planting—florist mums need ...