Just because summer is almost over doesn't mean we have to say goodbye to fresh floral blooms. While the spring crocus is noted as a herald of warmer weather, the autumn crocus (Colchicum autumnale) ...

Crocuses are usually one of the first flowers to bloom in the spring, poking up through snow and sludge to add shades of green and purple to the gray. However, you don't have to wait until the ...

As we enter the fall season, gardeners consider planting selected bulbs for enjoyment as they bloom in the spring. This column opens with a brief overview of bulbs in the garden and focuses on ...

Bulbs always seem a bit like magic. Each dry, papery capsule holds a whole plant and everything it needs to bloom. With a little planning, these enchanting flowers can fill your garden with color from ...

Fall is for planting and the end of August is the start of the fall season in Western Washington as night temperatures cool and nurseries restock with a fresh supply of trees, shrubs and perennials.