The large size and vigorous growth of a rose of Sharon(Hibiscus syriacus) may inspire you to pick up a pair of garden pruners. Before you do, there are a few things to know about how and when to prune ...

It might be a demanding task but you'll be glad you did it!

“Fragrance always stays in the hand that gives the rose.” – George William Curtis Roses have always been a symbol of love, beauty and warm summer days. You may ask me, why are you writing about roses ...

'Rainbow Knock Out' is a beloved standby for many Southern gardeners. This shrub features coral-pink flowers alongside burgundy-to-deep green foliage. Roses, long a gardener's favorite and our country ...

In Fielding Questions, readers also asked about cutting back ornamental grasses and if it's too early to rake lawns. Pruning a rosebush is best done in the spring to avoid winter injury. Early April ...

Next spring I will be joining a rose tour in France, so I need to brush up on my French. I gathered up my French books and started by reviewing the chapter on how to ask questions, because if you want ...