In my work as a professional gardener, flowering shrubs are a mainstay of landscaping design. They can provide not only beauty but privacy, shade, and wildlife habitat, and many of them also attract ...

Fall is the best time to plant and flowering woody perennials. Those that bloom in the fall are among the most desirable garden selections and warrant special attention in this season. Being woody, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Of course, all new plantings need a little TLC. For starters, ensure that you’re choosing a plant that ...

Adding a lush ground cover to your flower garden is a great way to keep weeds at bay and complement tall plants. But finding the right fit for an area that receives morning sun and afternoon shade can ...

You probably already guessed that cool-season crops benefit the most from partial shade. But why is shade more beneficial to some vegetables than others? There are two reasons. One, shade keeps the ...