Planting perennials is one of the smartest low-maintenance garden moves you can make. So what are perennial plants, you may ask? Unlike annuals, which only last for a single season, perennials spring ...

Potting soil, or potting mix, is a substrate that usually consists of garden soil, organic matter and minerals.

Q: I've heard that you can save a potted Easter lily and plant it outside in a flowerbed. Do you know if this works? - A. Nelson, Alexandria, Minn. A: Yes, it does work if a few rules are followed, ...

*How do we care for hibiscus? The hibiscus (mallow) family is a large plant group. Some are grown indoors because of New England winters. Others are outdoor perennials or annuals. The reader asks ...