FARGO — What did the young plant say to the old plant during a disagreement? OK, bloomer. In the world of plants, perennial flowers are enjoying the same upswing in popularity as houseplants and ...

The idea of designing your own perennial garden might seem daunting. But it doesn’t have to be. If you can’t fathom tackling a large area, start small and expand next year. Begin by laying out the ...

But no garden is complete without a combination of shade-loving and sun-loving perennials. Perennials are like the backbone of a well-plotted landscape, creating continuity and marking the changing ...

If you're willing to do a bit of planning ahead, planting this easy-to-maintain flower in November will provide plenty of ...

Looking for landscaping ideas? These square garden designs are sure to boost curb appeal while creating a styling, functional ...

Bursts of color are all too fleeting in most gardens. Daffodils and tulips vanish before the warm weather really starts. Annuals such as snapdragons and angelonia can brighten summer flower beds, but ...

Gardener Kathleen Wiese will share her success in perennial gardening during the Bismarck-Mandan Garden Club meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in Conference Room A of the Bismarck Public Library. Wiese’s ...

Everything seems to have a history. Perennial garden design is no different. In the 1890s, George Nicholson was the curator of the Royal Botanical Gardens in Kew, England. At his suggestion a garden ...

Perennials are plants that live for three or more years. The word perennial describes non-woody plants that reliably survive winter cold and are grown for their attractive flowers or foliage. In the ...

When a new perennial border is proposed, the first task is to evaluate the site thoroughly. What is the light like? How good is the soil? Will the new border integrate well with existing landscape ...

The idea of designing your own perennial garden might seem daunting. But it doesn’t have to be. If you can’t fathom tackling a large area, start small and expand next year. Begin by laying out the ...

It’s not just about the color. Consider the form and texture when planning your gardens. Let’s look at the elements in this garden that make it work. Repetition of color, form and texture and massing ...