We all know that plants need sunlight to survive, but what if that's precisely the thing your backyard is lacking? The cheery sight of some bright and colorful potted flowers might just be the perfect ...

Katherine Gallagher is a writer and sustainability expert. She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Chapman University and a Sustainable Tourism certificate from the GSTC. Ideal for planting in ...

Katherine Gallagher is a writer and sustainability expert. She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Chapman University and a Sustainable Tourism certificate from the GSTC. Also known as pot ...

Planting for color in the shade can be a challenge but not an insurmountable one. With a wide range of shade-tolerant plants to choose from, even the dreariest garden areas can be made brighter with ...

These low-maintenance perennials produce gorgeous blue flowers, and if you want abundant blooms, make sure they're not ...

'Planning my shady border now and have a few of these on the list,' said one gardener.

SHADY areas in your garden don’t have to be boring, by selecting the right plants, you can transform dim corners into lush, vibrant retreats. Here are five underrated shade-loving plants, including a ...

One of my main pandemic projects last summer was to rejuvenate a large bed in our backyard. The place had been neglected for a number of years, so the weeds and brush had a good head start, and it ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Before shopping for shade flowers, watch your garden at various times of day. Full shade is considered 3 ...

The shrubs at this Park Cities home are tolerant of extreme weather conditions, both in summer and winter. The hedges and conical plants are boxwood varieties, while the tall ones in the other ...