I would like to incorporate ornamental grasses in several areas of my landscape. Could you recommend which varieties are adapted to our climate? Ornamental grasses can be used in borders, containers, ...

The days are getting shorter, the air a little crisper, and suddenly those vibrant petunias that thrived in July are looking… ...

I love ornamental grasses, but there are a lot of them to choose from. Some grasses are not hardy, meaning they will not survive the winter. These grasses are best suited as part of an annual display ...

Mixed planters are featured prominently at shopping malls and office buildings, and consumers place glorious mixed containers and baskets on their porches, patios and decks. Other than vibrant color, ...

A GARDEN FAVORITE: Purple Fountaingrass is a favorite among gardeners. It is frequently used in container gardens and has a burgundy-red foliage. “July is hollyhocks and hammocks, fireworks and ...

This part of June is a good time to appreciate all the perennial flowers that bloom. Visit a local show garden, and you’ll be impressed with tall and spiky delphiniums, lush hosta plants and vibrant ...

Known for their richly hued foliage—think bronze, plum, and amber—heucheras are the ultimate foliage filler for fall ...

Container gardens are a great option for everybody. If you have limited space, say a patio or balcony, growing plants in pots gives you a gardening option you might not have otherwise. If you have a ...

The right grass in the right place. Ornamental grasses are suitable in almost any landscape setting. They combine well with garden plants—annuals, perennials, shrubs and trees; and they are fitting in ...

For much of the year, ornamental grasses may be perhaps the most underappreciated plant choices for the landscape. You likely pass them unnoticed during spring and summer, when they quietly provide ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Q • We have a neighborhood project where we plant ornamental grasses and other flowers in whiskey barrels. Is there anything we ...