Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A variety of pink, white, and red azaleas in full bloom - Sanne Dost/Shutterstock Who doesn't love a healthy and thriving azalea ...

A reader has a question on replacing azaleas. Plus, Grumpy’s garden center gripe. Grumpy Gardener: Now, pine straw, pine bark, and shredded hardwood are all good options. It really comes down to the ...

If you don't do anything else in your garden this month, make sure you complete these tasks to ensure your azaleas bloom ...

It's not official but azaleas are definitely in the running as the favorite flower of the South. From sunlight-dappled beds under backyard pines to golf courses to botanical gardens, azaleas offer a ...

Can mulching leaves into lawns cause problems? Ted in Glyndon writes: “Does mulching leaves into the lawn in the fall hurt the grass or help it? I worry that it might be bad for three reasons: adding ...

Q. I am interested in planting azaleas. What should I do to the soil, and do you have any suggestions on varieties? A. Azaleas prefer an acid soil, so the best thing to do is get a soil test and ...

When their last blooms fade, azaleas (Rhododendron) enter a quiet period that determines how well they'll greet the next spring. These shallow-rooted shrubs rest close to the soil's surface, where ...

Pine needles are probably the best choice. They stay in place, are acidic (which azaleas like) and look appropriate with azaleas, especially if you have any pine trees on your property. Make Dallas ...

Key Takeaways Pine needle mulch doesn’t significantly acidify soil because the needles lose their acidity as they ...

Question: We recently purchased annuals and perennials for our landscape and the nursery suggested not using a mulch with these plantings. Why did they make this recommendation? Answer: Mulches can be ...