Deadheading might seem like a smart move right now, but it could cost you next year's blooms. If you spent the summer growing your dream garden, you might be tempted to grab your shears and start ...

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You may be able to extend the blooming season.

Flower beds and containers are likely in full bloom in August. Take time to revel in the performance, but don't rest on your laurels, as deadheading is essential in summer to ensure you can continue ...

Petunias can become leggy over time. While the blooms will eventually fall off on their own, they will begin to go to seed because the seed pod remains. Deadheading helps remove dead flowers and seed ...

Deadheading, the removal of spent blooms, encourages new growth and more flowers. Annuals like zinnias and marigolds benefit from frequent deadheading, while others like impatiens are self-deadheading ...

Many people plant flowers in the spring, summer, or fall and are delighted when they unexpectedly return the following year. It may feel like a happy accident, but experienced gardeners know that ...

As the days become shorter and the weather threatens to cool down, it’s time to start making some major changes in our gardens. And if you grow any flowering plants, you may already be thinking about ...

CORVALLIS — Rhododendrons and azaleas herald spring in Oregon. And spring is a good time to give these beautiful shrubs the care they deserve. There are a number of things home gardeners can do to ...

Looking for a lovely way to draw vibrant cardinals and delicate hummingbirds to your garden? Maybe you've tried adding feeders and plants, but have you considered this flower? Known for its ...

Editor's note: Thomas Christopher is retiring his Be-A-Better-Gardener column in favor of focusing on his podcast, "Growing Greener," which is available at ...