Heading into spring, the drought from last year is much improved. An active winter season has helped erase the precipitation deficit from summer and fall of 2025.

Experts agree that fall is generally the best time to plant perennials. Growing zone and the type of perennial can influence whether spring or fall is best. However, not all perennials benefit from ...

Some perennials can't handle cold weather well; they don't remain attractive after the first frost, and the cold can lead to recurrent problems with pests and diseases. Cutting back these perennials ...

Flowering bulbs can be planted in fall or spring, depending on the variety. Bulbs planted in fall need to develop their roots before the first frost and need a freezing period to bloom. Bulbs planted ...