Annabelle smooth hydrangea earns its reputation with huge, rounded heads of sterile white flowers that can reach 8–12 inches ...

Frost heave is caused by the soil freezing and thawing in winter, and it damages plant roots. You can prevent frost heave by planting early and mulching.

Dreaming of a garden that looks stunning but does not demand all your free time? Low-maintenance perennials might be exactly what you need. These plants keep your outdoor space lively and colorful ...

Residents in Anderson and Shasta Lake will begin curbside food waste recycling in early 2026 to comply with state law. Food scraps should be placed directly into green bins, as plastic or compostable ...

Believe it or not, many gardeners continue to plant perennials well into the fall. Many bulb varieties can still be planted as late as November, including tulips, hyacinths, bluebells, grape hyacinths ...

As temperatures begin to cool, many flowers intensify in color, providing one last burst of beauty before the frost arrives. All photos by Candace Godwin Peony leaves display beautiful colors in fall.

I was looking at one of my planters the other day and was surprised by flowers I had never seen before. These flowers were not to be found on any of my neighbors’ plants, so I was curious as to how ...

In May 2005, then-8-year-old Shasta Groene and her brother, 9, were kidnapped by convicted serial killer and child molester Joseph Edward Duncan after he murdered their family. The kidnapping sparked ...

Daylilies (Hemerocallis) are prized as a resilient, showy flower ideal for a diverse range of climates and conditions. These tough perennials can withstand heat, drought, any type of soil, and pests ...

Starting in mid-July and through the fall is a time of the year when even the most inexperienced gardener can practice vegetative propagation of new plants from existing plants. For most gardeners, it ...

Deadheading, the removal of spent blooms, encourages new growth and more flowers. Annuals like zinnias and marigolds benefit from frequent deadheading, while others like impatiens are self-deadheading ...

I love Shastas, and always have, but shoot they were for cottage gardens, wildflower patches, and picturesque perennial plots. I just never thought about the joy shoppers would receive by their beauty ...