No doubt you’ve seen your share of hollies this month — in wreaths and boughs or perhaps on holiday cards and catalog covers. But are they growing in your garden?

Cold damage can affect the spring blooming of hydrangeas, especially bigleaf hydrangeas. Provide some insulation in winter ...

Many classic holiday plants originate in the tropics. Poinsettias ( Euphorbia pulcherrima ), for example, hail from Mexico ...

Hydrangeas are quite hardy plants, but their roots are sensitive and can be easily damaged by frost. A gardening expert has ...

I just read your column about a white-flowering bush. It reminded me of my question about white-flowering trees in the early spring along the highway. I am not referring to dogwood trees. These seem ...

It is important to be aware of landscaping plants that are toxic to dogs, some so poisonous that even small nibbles can lead ...

Hydrangeas are often left to their own devices in winter, but taking a few simple steps can help to keep them safe, and boost ...

Plant panicle hydrangeas in full sun and prune in early spring to promote more blooms. Smooth hydrangeas thrive in moist, ...

The best color is on new growth — branches that are just a year or two old. Older branches will turn grayish or brown. “To ...

The Christmas cactus is beautiful and easy to maintain. Here’s your guide to Christmas cactus care, from getting plants to ...

Partridge berry is what happens when a plant understands the assignment. Low-growing. Evergreen. Shade-tolerant. Native. It forms a tidy carpet of glossy leaves, delicate white flowers, and bright red ...

Gardeners have been told to avoid one mistake to protect their hydrangeas in December. Instead, they should wait for a few months to do one job.