Removing faded flowers stimulates more blooms on many plants. Deadhead flowers when they begin to wilt or fade. To deadhead effectively, remove the entire flowering portion, including any sepals or ...

As summer progresses, many of those wonderful blooming plants start to look a little worse for wear. A lot of that worn look comes from spent flowers going to seed. The cure is deadheading. Besides ...

Threadleaf coreopis is a tough, long-blooming perennial to fill sunny or dry spots. The plant reaches 18 to 36 inches, with flowers throughout the summer. Horticultural expert Melinda Myers says, “If ...