Q: I love dahlias for their vibrant colors and intricate forms. This year, I would like to plant them in pots to brighten up my outdoor seating space. Are there any container-growing tips I need to ...

Dahlias are one of those flowers people become obsessed with. They’re available in nearly every color, blooms come in many shapes and sizes, and new varieties come from breeders every year. And even ...

Much frustration surrounds growing plants in containers outdoors, probably due to exaggerated expectations. If you want safety where container planting is concerned, confine your choices to cacti and ...

One of the best flowers for container gardeners is a dahlia. There are hundreds of varieties and dozens of colors and sizes. Some plants can have 40-50 blossoms a year if they are picked frequently.

Growing Together: Dahlias deserve increased planting I appreciate Martha Stewart. Who else can help us with everything from gardening to gourmet goulash? Recently she advised embellishing drab and ...

Gorgeous dahlias in vibrant shades of red, pink, apricot, and yellow - Kaprisova/Shutterstock If you've never experienced the joy of growing dahlias in your yard, you're in for a treat if you decide ...

DENVER — I always feel like I'm running behind. I've got a long to-do list. No more procrastinating: just get the plants in the ground. A very large pot in the shade garden now contains an umbrella ...

Anything can still happen, but it appears as if night time temperatures have moderated. With those staying at 50 degrees or better, it's finally possible to do some warm weather work. Whether your ...

Spring is the time for daffodils and crocuses, with the flowers offering some light, colourful relief following the winter months. But don’t forget that if you want some glorious summer bulbs you’ll ...

As April showers give way to sunnier May days, we Oregon gardeners eagerly awaiting the right conditions for spring planting can’t help but ask: Are we there yet? The answer is never so simple as ...