Q: A few of my annuals are withering. The leaves just collapsed and wilted. When I water, nothing recovers. Are they a lost cause? A: This sounds like root rot, unfortunately, which would indeed mean ...

The comic book annual was often the biggest present you'd find in your stocking, only just fitting inside, although providing a sturdy spine for the other Christmas goodies. But how relevant are these ...

A professor of plant pathology answers questions on winter plant care and offers tips on how to keep plants protected from ...

If you've ever planted flowers in your yard, you will know that some of them are annuals while others are perennials. Most of us will know that annuals bloom for just a single year, while perennials ...

Q: Last year at this time, I brought a bunch of annuals inside -- geraniums, ivy geranium, a beautiful lantana, a sun fuchsia and a 'Dragon Wing' begonia. All did beautifully this year and saved me a ...

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Ever wondered why some of your plants die after one season, while others come back year after year? If you've pondered that, you've likely noticed the difference between two categories of plants: ...

For the longest time, annuals were considered passé. Perennials had become all the rage, and the odd little orphan plant tucked away in some corner was acknowledged almost apologetically. Annuals were ...

As home gardeners become more educated about the benefits of native plants (supporting native insects, birds and wildlife, and the environment as a whole), the focus has mainly been on trees, shrubs ...

SHREVEPORT, La. - Fall annuals can carry a landscape through the chilly months, but a little maintenance can make a big difference in how long they thrive and how vibrant they look. According to ...