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

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  

Ho-ho-hold the holiday decorations

Spring flowers shine from bulbs planted in the fall

Pumpkins usher in fall decorations, foods

Fall flowers usher out summer in a blaze of color

Terrariums can introduce a new generation to gardening