The colors, lusters, and forms of ornamental grasses are an interesting addition to any garden. In an area where the more subtle nature of our background colors is an important consideration in garden ...

After the discovery of the Americas in the 15th century, Europeans brought back many types of plants that gardeners take for granted today, including potatoes, sunflowers, and tomatoes. Pampas grass ...

While migrating birds will likely move on during the fall, you'll still want local, overwintering birds to visit. One way is ...

Looking for a decorative grass for your small-sized garden or yard that won't overpower your outdoor space? With myriad textures, shapes and forms, there are masses of grasses and grass-like sedges ...

As summer wanes and autumn approaches, garden plants begin to change along with the weather. One of the most fascinating aspects of the fall season is watching the metamorphosis of many structural ...

Cut back ornamental grasses at the best time with these expert tips. Cutting back ornamental grasses helps make way for new growth in spring. Cut dormant grasses before winter if you live in a ...

For much of the year, ornamental grasses may be perhaps the most underappreciated plant choices for the landscape. You likely pass them unnoticed during spring and summer, when they quietly provide ...

The best time to prune ornamental grasses depends on their type. Most benefit from pruning in either the fall or spring. Pruning too heavily or using dull tools can damage the grass and reduce its ...

Ornamental grasses are low-maintenance and can add height, color and texture to your garden. They can be used as groundcover, for erosion control, or as design elements. You can find hundreds of types ...

Tie tall grasses into bundles before trimming to reduce cleanup. Trim invasive or fire-prone varieties in fall to control spread and lower fire risk. As with lawn grasses, there are both warm-season ...

Q:What can you tell me about pampas grass? Should it be cut down in the fall or left standing? Richard Backer, Muskegon A: Pampas grass is one of many ornamental grasses that are wonderful in our ...

NO GARDEN IS complete without at least a few deciduous ornamental grasses. These elegant, flowing plants are usually drought-tolerant, generally pest-free and require little care. Impossible to shear ...