Buckwheat is easy to grow. This is recommended as a green manure/cover crop and small grain.

Crab apple trees are easy to grow.

The same plant can be known by different common names in various areas of the country. That is where Latin names come in handy.

Within the last couple decades, the size of the average landscape has shrunk considerably. Two trends have brought this about. Houses are becoming larger, taking up most of the lot. In addition, the cost of land has increaded greatly.

If you´re looking for award winning perennials, Phlox David can´t be beat.

A number of different pests and diseases can occur on pears. The most common problems are fire blight and codling moth.

Walker's Low Persian catmint is a delightful perennial, which has been named the 2007 Perennial of the Year.

Oh, the joy of having an older home. It´s the perfect opportunity to grow heirloom plants in period landscapes.

Perennials are among the most versatile plants. They can even be used in container gardens. Here are some books that will help gardeners choose and grow these plants.

Pear trees were planted early in Colonial America by Europeans.