Fall is the time to begin winter preparations for your roses. Protect them from winter winds and cold damage with these ...

As the sun drops, grab some frost cloths or old bed sheets to cover your plants. This simple step traps warmth from the soil ...

For tender summer blossoms, such as gladiolus, dahlias, and canna plants, Awot-Traut advises digging them up, drying them out ...

Prune hostas just before a killing frost in your zone for best results. Fall pruning keeps beds tidy, deters pests, and directs energy to spring growth. If missed, let foliage die back naturally and ...

When the first frost hits, your garden's not done yet - it's just time for a little tough love. Learn which plants need a ...

Fall is the time to get your crepe myrtles ready for winter. Adding mulch and cutting back on watering and fertilizer can protect them in cold climates.

Don't let winter stop your salad cravings! Hardy greens like lettuce, spinach, and rocket thrive in cooler weather, often ...

Climate scientists say we probably only have a little time left before temperatures start to drop to around freezing at night ...

Creating a safe haven for wildlife can be beneficial to your yard as well as the local ecosystem. Here are 15 ways to ensure ...

Ice as seen through a car window in Raleigh, N.C., Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025. As the climate has warmed over the past 30 years, the last frost and freeze of winter come a week earlier and the first ...