Q: I have two pergolas with Rangoon creepers growing up each of the supports. The plants have reached the 8-10 foot level and will soon be spreading to the top of the pergola. Do I continue to ...
It's easy to be impressed by the Virginia creeper's fall display of vibrant red leaves. But this attractive plant has a darker side: berries that can irritate the mouth and sap that can cause a skin ...
A smiling gardener is about to prune climbing wisteria with a pair of shears - BERTH/Shutterstock As romantic as a trailing vine looks in the fall, don't neglect your climbing plants when you have ...
Getting your garden sorted in autumn can often ensure you're plants and flowers are looking their best by the time spring rolls around. One job that gardeners should consider doing in October is the ...
The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) explains that pruning is the selective removal of certain parts of a plant to encourage healthier growth. Each type of shrub and flower requires pruning at ...
Bring the fiery shades of autumn to your garden with these stunning deciduous climbers. Parthenocissus spp. Boston ivy (Parthenocissus tricuspidata) and Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) ...
Some wall-climbing shrubs can be pruned at this time of year. One such is the Virginia creeper, Parthenocissus quinquefolia, whose thrilling autumn glory has by now peeled away to reveal its ...
As romantic as a trailing vine looks in the fall, don't neglect your climbing plants when you have your shears out to cut back other plants. Pruning vines helps them stay healthy and keep putting out ...