A few weeks ago, we ran an item about keeping lilacs from wilting in the vase, which they tend to do all too promptly. The tip, which involves removing the water-thirsty leaves from cut stems, has ...

It's no secret that Martha Stewart has inspired a generation of green-thumbed gardeners and homemakers. This week, she showcased some of her most beautiful blooms to date – cut fresh from her farm in ...

Pruning at the wrong time can cut off next season's growth. Many plants benefit from some type of pruning, whether it's a conservative reshaping or a harder cut to rejuvenate. One plant that benefits ...

Pruning lilacs in fall can ruin next year’s blooms since flower buds form from late summer to early fall. The best time to prune lilacs is right after spring flowering—within about six weeks—to shape ...

Lilacs are fleeting — they bloom once a year, for a scant time, and trying to bring their essence indoors is frustrating — they are quick to wilt in the vase. But all this makes lilac lovers even more ...