Gardening in the South

I live in Zone 8. Do I need to dig up ferns to overwinter before frost? They are doing great, and I would hate to have to remove and pot them. Any special care required if I can leave them in ground? Also, I planted some astilbe from bulb this spring but none have flowered. They are planted under a persimmon tree. Plants are only about 4-5 inches high! Did I plant them too deep?

Is there a variety of peony that I can grow in south central Florida (Zone 9A)?

When your garden is small, it's easier to groom it meticulously and keep everything under control. This multifaceted gem of a garden in Atlanta is a case in point.

Having deer around doesn't mean you can't enjoy a beautiful garden. Try these deer-resistant plants for tons of landscape color.

There's hope for Southern gardeners. These tough plants withstand hot, humid conditions.

Grow a low-maintenance garden in a cinch with these perennials that thrive in the South.