If your hydrangeas are grown in containers, rather than directly in your yard, October is a good time to move them into a ...

The first week of October is a great time to replant, reinvent and restyle your porch and patio planters. Fall color to ...

As the vibrant blooms of summer begin to fade, hydrangea owners may be considering what needs to be done in autumn to protect ...

Pruning certain shrubs in the fall encourages new growth that winter temperatures will damage and, for many shrubs, reduces ...

One of the most important things to do with hydrangeas in autumn is to apply a layer of mulch to the base – this is particularly important at this time of year as mulch helps protect plants from frost ...

Commonly called Chinese fringe flower, this popular shrub is another old wood bloomer. Pruning in the fall will remove the ...

To get hydrangeas in the best shape for the oncoming colder months, one gardening job is crucial to get done now.

Prune hydrangeas the right way this fall to avoid ruining next spring’s blooms. Learn the exact cut each variety needs to thrive.

Dear Master Gardener: I just planted a Bloomerang lilac. Do I need to protect it over the winter since it is newly planted?

Deadheading in October isn't advised for many plants, but it's a good way to control self-seeding and maybe even get one last round of blooms for the season.