Hydrangeas can flourish if you avoid one common mistake people often make in the autumn. The flowers, which are native to the Americas and Asia, are loved for their vibrant b,right blue hue, normally ...

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When it comes to what never to do with hydrangeas in autumn, there are two main culprits. So avoid these and help ensure healthy roots, strong stems, and vibrant flowers when the warmer months return.

If your hydrangeas are grown in containers, rather than directly in your yard, October is a good time to move them into a sheltered position. This will protect them from strong winds and frost.

As summer draws to a close and nature transitions to a new season, it's important to prepare your plants and grass for the months ahead. And a good way of doing that is knowing what not to do. While ...

For gardeners who don't want the growing season to end as fall brings colder temperatures, it’s time to consider pulling some of those summer annuals and replacing them with pansies.

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 ...

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

As the vibrant blooms of summer begin to fade, hydrangea owners may be considering what needs to be done in autumn to protect their plants over winter and ensure they thrive next summer. According to ...

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.

With their showy clusters of violet and white, agapanthus have a way of stealing the summer spotlight. But if you want them to strut their stuff again next year, there’s one crucial job to tackle ...

Pruning certain shrubs in the fall encourages new growth that winter temperatures will damage and, for many shrubs, reduces blooms for the next season. Learn why fall is the worst time to prune most ...