Lavender is renowned for its dreamy fragrance and romantic aesthetic. It’s stunning when planted in large swaths, and it’s easy to dry for bouquets or sachets. (Oh, and it doesn’t hurt that ...

Woman holding a starter pot with lavender flowers - Irina Shatilova/Shutterstock Plant lavender (Lavandula spp.) where it will grow best and you will be rewarded with a beloved perennial that blooms ...

Ever wish your garden could take care of itself and look even better each year? Perennials might be just what you need.

If you're looking for easy ways to brighten up your garden, attract pollinators, and maybe even repel pests, try these ...

I’m always interested in unexpected ideas for cooking with the herbs and flowers in my garden. If you’ve kept up with my column over the years, you’ve seen recipes such as mint pesto, lemon balm ...

The best trait of perennial flowers is that you plant them once, and they come back year after year (assuming the deer and groundhogs don’t eat them). No replanting is needed every spring as with ...

No matter where you are in your gardening journey — whether you're a complete novice, someone who's dabbled with houseplants, or an experienced gardener — the desire for a thriving outdoor space ...

After a busy summer of vacations, barbecues and garden care, it is fun to turn our attention to planting. Fall is a great time to plant perennials and many garden centers are busy refreshing their ...