April is often a wet month in many parts of the U.S., especially in temperate regions. Those frequent spring showers play a key role in awakening the landscape after winter. Rain soaks into the soil, ...

DENVER — Plants are responding great to spring rainfall. Perennials and shrubs are thriving. Borders have benefitted, as well as xeriscape plantings. Everybody loves peonies. They're having a ...

As soon as the first hints of spring appear, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of gardening. After months of winter, you might be itching to get your hands in the dirt and start planting.

In gardens, the golden rule is ‘things never quite work out’ — and today’s climatic vicissitudes demand a balanced strategy.

When you plant a rain garden, you do your part for the environment, filtering runoff and protecting groundwater. Pick the ...