January might seem like a quiet month in the garden, with frosty mornings and bare branches dominating the landscape, but experienced gardeners know this dormant period is absolutely crucial for ...

Ever looked out at your garden in winter and wondered if you should bother with pruning? It can feel odd to fuss over plants that seem lifeless, but this is actually a smart season for some hands-on ...

I would like to grow several indoor plants this winter. Could you make some suggestions about choosing plants that are relatively easy to grow? I travel quite a bit in my work but am seldom gone for ...

Once the decorations are packed away and things quiet down, it’s easy to notice your indoor plants looking a bit worn out. Maybe you forgot to water them or they’ve been pushed aside for holiday décor ...

There is a mix of perennials and shrubs that should not be pruned before winter. Keep in mind that any pruning on a plant encourages growth. Pruning stimulates a growth hormone called an auxin. If you ...

If you know me, then you know this article is actually just an excuse to brag about the fig … tree … in my office. Yes, it produces figs, even in the winter ...

The City of Las Cruces will dedicate a new public art sculpture on Oct. 20. The ceremony for Allochory will be from 11:30 a.m. to noon at City Hall, 700 N. Main St., according to a community ...

Getting the best light for houseplants newly moved indoors is crucial to maintaining their shape and color. Markis Hill Kansas State University Extension, Johnson County Did you buy or receive a ...

Indoor gardening tools can help keep plants alive during the winter months. Amazon's October Prime sale offers savings of up to 48% on indoor gardening essentials. Shoppers must be an Amazon Prime ...

In the garden this week: Fruit. Cut off all vertical shoots or water sprouts on your citrus and avocado trees. If you see suckers growing from the base of the trunk, remove them as well. You can also ...

Most people know hibiscus as a shrub bursting with bright flowers, but fewer realize it can be shaped into a small, ornamental tree. The secret isn't some rare variety or special fertilizer. All your ...