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 ...

If your garden doesn't get a lot of sunshine there's no need to worry. Here's a guide on the best shade-loving plants.

"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 ...

Bonnie Alter covered the sustainability and design scene for TreeHugger in London and the UK. This gorgeous flower grows well in the shade alongside structures like fences or sheds and prefers moist ...

Vegetables and plants can grow beautifully without a lot of sun. Matt Cardy If you just bought a home and walked into a yard ...

White shade perennials can really stand out in the garden. You can mix them with blue, red, and other colors and shades, or ...

Meghan Holmes is a writer and documentarian specializing in scientific topics such as the environment, invasive species, sustainability, and food issues. She holds a master's in Southern Studies from ...

Transforming empty patches in your yard into lush, colorful carpets is easier than you might think with flowering ground cover plants. These low-maintenance plants not only suppress weeds but also add ...

Shade-loving plants can make a delightful addition to the garden – here are the best plants for shade to thrive in your outdoor space.

Shrubs are often considered foundational plantings that “anchor” your home to the surrounding landscaping. In addition to providing a transition from human-made structures to natural greenery, shrubs ...

When it comes to the garden, mention the word "shade" and visions of hostas, ferns, moss and other multi-hued plants of green come to mind for many. In fact, some plants have become synonymous with ...