Do you have questions about when to prune, when to plant, or when to fertilize? The Alabama Cooperative Extension System provides all answers in a handy month by month format.

If you're a fan of Fine Gardening magazine, you'll love their site. It offers a plant guide, design info, helpful videos, lots of how-to articles, and their plant pronunciation guide.

When you garden, you want your time and effort to be rewarded with plants that thrive and bloom. Start here to make good choices on what to plant.

125 perennials are profiled with a general description, color photo, growing tips, what to do each season, and how to troubleshoot common problems.

Consult local experts regarding garden pests, plant diseases, lawn care, soil testing, and much more. In-depth articles are found on the site or you may ask your question by e-mail.

Located in Hoover, the Aldridge Botanical Gardens is home to 175 hydrangea species and cultivars. The public garden offers seminars for adults and field trips for school children.