Irises are hardy, low-maintenance perennials admired for their stunning flowers and diverse color palettes, which range from vibrant purples and blues to soft whites and yellows. With their elegant, ...

FARGO — No wonder gardeners love their plants; flowers have all the anthers. Although summer is fleeting fast, there’s much to be done around the yard and garden. Following is a list of garden tasks ...

The darker days of winter are slowly making their departure and lighter evenings remind us that spring is nearly here. That's why I'm not waiting any longer to curate my list of perennial bulbs to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Flower bulbs are being planted in a trench in a garden. - Natallia Ustsinava/Shutterstock Emily Dickinson thought hope was the ...

Bearded iris is a tall, fragrant perennial flower that blooms in late spring and early summer. This drought-tolerant and deer-resistant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Thousands of ...

Q. When should I plant fall flower bulbs? A: There are two types of flower bulbs: Spring blooming and summer blooming. Fall is when spring blooming bulbs are planted as most need the winter chill to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A bearded iris that's in bloom but wilting - Almacron/Shutterstock If you love irises (Iridaceae), you're in good company. These ...

Louisiana irises fit in well with the growing trend in gardening that promotes the use of native plants. Five species, Iris brevicaulis, Iris fulva, Iris giganticaerulea, Iris hexagona and Iris ...

Many area gardeners want to use more native plants in their landscapes. There are wonderful trees, shrubs, vines and herbaceous plants native to Louisiana and the Gulf Coast that are excellent choices ...