Q: My 'Indigo Spires' and Mexican bush sage have been glorious. Can I prune now, as the blooms fade, and count on summer growth and fall bloom? — L.K., Houston A: I cut back my 'Indigo Spires' after ...

Early fall is when we say goodbye to most of the migratory hummingbirds that have been visiting our gardens since mid-summer. Even after they’ve left us to fly south for the winter, we can continue to ...

two blue-throated hummingbirds resting on a branch - Karel Bartik/Shutterstock From the buzz of their tiny wings to their vibrant, colorful feathers — spotting a little hummingbird outside is always a ...

One of the fall blooming perennials showing out in East Texas gardens right now is Mexican bush sage (Salvia leucantha). This stately beauty earned its stripes as a Texas Superstar selection by Texas ...

Have you ever felt the “velvet” of a horse’s nose? It’s like touching a plush, silky-soft scrap of velvet. If you don’t have a horse nearby and want to experience this soothing sensation, the blooms ...

Salvias are some of the most important perennials in all of our gardens. Some begin blooming in spring, but most of the biggest and best bloom in fall. Take this beautiful Mexican bush sage (Salvia ...

Hummingbirds are not only adorable, they are beneficial to the ecosystem. Hummingbirds are important pollinators, helping to reproduce many wildflowers and plants. They are particularly drawn to ...

From the buzz of their tiny wings to their vibrant, colorful feathers — spotting a little hummingbird outside is always a joy. If you can't get enough of these special birds, there are all kinds of ...