The foliage of trees and shrubs begin to change color during the fall from their mostly greens to a range of colors from oranges and reds to golds.

As fall approaches, it will bring cooler temperatures. This means it will be a great time for planting most evergreens. There are fewer heat-related stress problems on transplants during this time. They will need less watering than spring transplanted ones.

With native plants becoming so popular in recent years, here are some books that will help you identify and appreciate their unique beauty.

When you´re seeking shelter from the heat and humidity of dog days, begin creating handmade holiday gifts for loved ones.

Each year the Florastar and Fleuroselect organizations announce their award winning plants for the year.

In the dog days of summer when the weather is so hot and muggy, take a break from the garden. This is an ideal time to delve into some landscaping books.

The dog days of summer offer a good opportunity to start those garden craft projects you want to use for holiday gifts and shop for early gardening related gifts.

Everything seems to be large today. There are mega muffins, and super size fries. One-size-fits-all doesn´t apply to ornamental grasses. Many species are so huge they would overwhelm some landscapes. The solution is to choose smaller grasses.

Scented geraniums were chosen as Herb of the Year for 2006. This offers a great opportunity to showcase these delightful plants.

Culinary herbs are among the most popular of landscape plants. Plant breeders are focusing much more attention on herbs than they did earlier. There are many excellent varieties for landscapes. These include hardy ones that are great for beds and borders as well as others suitable for container gar