Refresh summer containers for fall with mums, pansies, kale, grasses and other cool-season favorites suited to Northern Illinois gardens.

Learn when and how to divide and transplant perennials in fall, which plants to move and how to help them settle into a Zone 5 garden.

Discover why September is ideal for planting trees, shrubs, perennials and bulbs in Zone 5, plus easy tips for successful fall planting.

Refresh a tired August garden with simple tips for annuals, containers and fading plants while enjoying the second half of the Zone 5 season.

Learn how to cut, condition and care for fresh flowers so garden bouquets stay beautiful longer, from harvest time to fresh vase water.

Start planning what to plant this fall in Zone 5, including trees, shrubs, perennials, spring bulbs and cool-season vegetables.

Plan a better Zone 5 garden by evaluating August color, empty spaces, plant performance and companion needs before fall planting begins.

Discover eight plants that bring dependable late-summer color to Zone 5 gardens, from Black-eyed Susan and sedum to hydrangeas and hibiscus.

Learn how to tell the difference between heat stress and drought stress, plus proper watering tips to keep your garden healthy all summer.