Purple clematis has long been a staple in Minnesota gardens. But lately, when gardeners here want a flashy plant, they've tended to gravitate toward exotics like mandevilla or annuals like cardinal ...

Q: I have an established clematis vine, and learned that there are a confusing variety of ways to prune them. Do I need to prune it? How can I tell which pruning method to use? A: Clematis are ...

Clematis are prized for their bold flowers and habit of often reblooming in summer. Adele Wilcoxen Clematis adds vertical interest to the garden. This durable vine, prized for its bold flowers, ...

Q: I used Roundup in the rock mulch around my trees to kill the weeds and grass that were growing in the rocks. It worked, but as you can see by the photo, I have a ring of dead grass around the ...