It's the perfect time in Western Washington to prune some hydrangeas, roses, ornamental grasses and some perennials such as lavender.

These new shrubs boast better flower color and, in some cases, more compact forms that fit better in smaller gardens. This happens to me every spring and it drives me crazy. I am perfectly happy with ...

September means back to school and back to the basics when it comes to yard care. This is a good month to fertilize the lawn, remove the weeds from garden beds, and refresh your containers and porch ...

The end of August is the time to pick up fallen fruit, harvest ripe vegetables, dead head flowers and keep your eyes open for any weeds that have evaded your summer weeding sessions and are now going ...