April is the start of the growing season, but having a beautiful garden does not need to be a chore with the right plants.

A range of flowers will thrive in containers, even after the colder months if you follow this easy advice that takes minutes ...

Don Kinzler writes: "We can help our wintered plants prepare for another outdoor growing season with a few simple tips." ...

This column is written by the UC Master Gardeners of Yolo County each month. It provides answers to selected questions that ...

Spring has sprung, so it's time for many of us to get back into the garden with our pruning shears - but where to start? Gardening expert Morris Hankinson has highlighted four specific plants that ...

Imagine for a moment you could perceive the world like a bee. Bees have the fastest color vision in the animal world, about five times faster than humans', enabling them to naviga ...

With winter on its way out, your itch to work the soil has certainly grown stronger. Besides, isn't it about time your perennials and shrubs got down to business and commenced blooming their heads off ...

Big chain stores are struggling, but destination nurseries remain an appealing place to shop, learn and dine – here are the ...

Marguerite daisies can be hard to prune because they are either budding or flowering. Photo: Jackie Warburton Marguerite daisies can flower all year, which makes them tricky to prune, says gardening ...

Late winter is an ideal time for pruning many trees, and fruit trees are no exception. Regularly trimming away damaged and unsightly branches is key to maintaining a healthy tree with an ...