Once the jacarandas are in bloom, as they have been for the last few weeks, it’s a sure sign that summer’s heat is on the way ...

Often described as “low maintenance” or “hardy,” these plants are simply ones that are near-impossible to kill. They are ...

Plenty of summer-blooming perennials enhance the visual appeal of a yard while emitting pleasant aromas. Think yellow ...

I think we all got lulled into thinking we were going to have weekly rainfall and milder weather, and then we entered July.

Vibrant Citrus Lantana thrives in the heat and will continue blooming into fall. Lantana can be planted in containers or ...

Want to spend more time enjoying your garden and less time maintaining it? Discover low-maintenance shrubs and perennials ...

Today’s column introduces guidelines for year-round gardening for herbaceous perennial plants that are native to a ...

Four rare species have fluttered into view during my continuing quest to photograph the endangered Mount Charleston blue ...

Columnist and horticulturist Chuck Martin writes about the troubles of blooming wisteria in his latest column.

Oreganos grown for their flowers are hardy, low-maintenance perennials that butterflies love. Here's what to know about pizza oregano vs. ornamental oregano.

Blue daze (Evolvulus glomeratus) is a low-growing bedding plant that loves summer heat and sun. This pest-free plant has ...

While you might think that this time of the year is not ideal for inserting new plants into your landscape, if you're longing ...