Every garden or yard has some shady areas, and these shade-loving shrubs can add color and vibrancy to your yard's darkest corners. From evergreen Japanese andromeda to winter-blooming camelia, these ...

Most of us have boundary walls, fences, or garden buildings such as sheds or studios that are in shade for part of the day, and in some cases all day long, especially if your garden faces north or ...

Most gardeners think fall means shutting down for the season, but planting now sets up explosive color displays when ...

Including trees and shrubs at your home to add shade and privacy is a long-term commitment. There are many important factors to consider when choosing these plants, and you must think ahead. “Fast ...

Q: We live in a townhouse that backs up to Buffalo Bayou. We have a back deck that is 16 feet above the ground; therefore, a great cavernous space below. In the space between our deck and the bayou, ...

Many gardeners love being outside in their garden on a beautiful sunny summer afternoon. But what if your garden is in a full-sun location and the air temperature is 95 degrees with a heat index of ...

While no plants will survive with a total lack of sunlight, there are some plant groups that have evolved to thrive in even low-light areas of the outdoor landscape. If you’re looking to add plants to ...

Q: We live on about 5 acres of land, half of which we mow and half of which is woods. We have constant problems with deer eating our plants. This year has been particularly bad. We have too many ...

Q: I am having a hard time deciding on which plants to buy for my shady garden in Evanston, with all the possible plant choices. Could you provide some advice to help me narrow down the choices for ...

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