Because perennials are less formal than annuals, they often are used in border plantings such as those pictured. (Photo courtesy of University of Missouri Extension.)

Less is more: Time to divide and conquer perennials

The coral colored hardy hibiscus is the latest unique color developed by Dariusz Malinowski, Ph.D., a Texas A&M AgriLife Research plant physiologist and ornamental plant breeder. (Photo by Dariusz Malinowski, Texas A&M AgriLife.)

Crossing a new frontier in hardy hibiscus breeding

Lawn closeup (K-State Research and Extension)

Lawn Stressed? September is time for relief

Asters flowers (Journal stock photo.)

Build drought-tolerant gardens this fall for next summer’s blooms

Wooden basket full of fresh, organic vegetables. (iStock - Brzozowska)

Cool-season vegetables are hot choice for fall garden

Daylilies need to be divided every 3 to 4 years to maintain good flower production, says Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham.

September to-do list: Divide daylilies  

A bin helps to keep compost materials packed together, says Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham. (Photo courtesy of K-State Research and Extension.)

Compost bin is key to success, says K-State expert  

(Photo by Michael Miller, Texas A&M AgriLife.)

Water restrictions: Decide which trees, plants to prioritize when water is limited