As the vibrant colors of summer and autumn fade from our gardens, it’s easy to assume that all outdoor life has gone dormant.

Gardening is in full swing and if you’ve got questions, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension Service. OSU Extension faculty and Master ...

Belarus’ Plant of the Year in 2026 will be common heather (calluna vulgaris), a woody evergreen low shrub with highly branched stems that grows relatively slowly (lifespan 40-50 years).

Q: I have a number of Mexican heather plants and I want more without buying them. Any advice? A: You have chosen an easy task. The Mexican heather or false heather (Cuphea hyssopifolia) is easy to ...