These seeds need cold winter temperatures to germinate in the spring. Are New England Asters Good for Pollinators? New ...

Yes, this is a native sunflower. You could call it a “composite.” All the "composites," or members of the sunflower family (or aster family, if you prefer) have their tiny, reduced flowers arranged in ...

Looking to plant some perennials on your property? Or maybe you're trying to grow a flourishing shade garden. Hillside Black Beauty (Actaea simplex) is one unconventional but striking pick that should ...

A typical sunflower grown in the Garden State can reach up to six feet tall, at best. In the wild, they may only reach a couple feet. But for Brian Moore, of West Amwell, there’s nothing average about ...