1. Ivy Ivy (Hedera helix) is one of the most valuable late-season plants for wildlife. Its small, greenish-yellow flowers appear from September to November and are a rich source of nectar for bees, ...

These questions and answers have been edited and condensed for clarity. Q: Would cutting a lawn shorter help prevent or reduce the vole damage over winter? A: Yes but not too short. Cut it down to ...

If you want to create a luxurious, high-end feel in your backyard, it can be challenging to know which flowers to incorporate. It may be tempting to get exotic, uncommon plants for that expensive look ...

Even if your shrubs are looking a bit forgotten, fall pruning can damage new growth or remove future flowers. Don't prune these plants in October.

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 ...

October is the month of first frosts, falling leaves and dazzling colours. But it's also a great time to prune popular garden plants to ensure your outdoor space thrives throughout the seasonal ...

Winter can be hard on roses, and preparing them for cold weather should begin in late summer. Overwinter your rose indoors or out with these methods.

Autumn is officially here, and there is much to look forward to – pumpkins on the porch, apple cider, cooler temperatures and walks through crunchy leaves. But before you get ...

Beautiful fall colours are on display around Steinbach, and a local gardener is offering tips to get your garden ready for next year. Dorinda Penner from Sunshine Nursery and Greenhouse says autumn is ...

Winter is usually the ideal slow time in the yard or garden to cut things back and tidy up. But pruning certain plants when it's cold can actually harm them.

Well, if you want to conserve your plants’ health and energy for a fresh flush of growth next spring, it’s a good idea to prune before overwintering geraniums. Of course, there are two main types of ...