Coneflowers come in a wealth of fantastic shades and forms, so many that there is sure to be a great coneflower variety for any backyard. These easy-growing perennial plants, also known as Echinacea, ...

Black eyed Susans are so-called for the plant’s dark central head and they can bloom for a long period of time through summer and fall. They are also commonly known as rudbeckia and come in a range of ...

It's about the time of year when perennials are in full bloom once more—but these plants can still use a bit of maintenance. Cutting back will help your perennials really shine by stimulating new ...

Find out when to cut back ornamental grasses and the steps to trim them properly. Ornamental grasses add gentle muted colors, ...

It's common knowledge that you should be pruning some plants in the fall, but this doesn't necessarily mean they all need attention from your shears right away. While some plants are best trimmed in ...

Cutting back hostas too soon in fall can limit root growth needed to survive winter. Removing hosta leaves before winter helps reduce pests and diseases in spring. After a hard freeze kills the ...