Cutting back perennials is one of those garden chores that sounds simple—grab the pruners, snip, done—but the reality is more nuanced. Some plants thrive with a fall trim, others depend on their ...

Bee balm (Monarda didyma) is a stunning perennial from the mint family that is hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 4 to 9. It is known for being a colorful plant pollinators love that you can also use in ...

Timing is everything—and it may be better to wait. Cutting back coneflowers helps them stay healthy by clearing old stems and improving air flow for new growth. It’s usually best to wait until spring ...

Sedum (also known as stonecrop) is a hardy succulent that brightens yards and gardens with its star-shaped flowers in vivid burgundy, copper, pink, or white. While growing and caring for sedum is ...