Gardeners know there’s never enough room in the garden! So, sometimes we try to squeeze plants into areas where they won’t naturally thrive—like maybe that shady area over by the garage. Unfortunately ...
In a perfect world, every plant would have all the sun and moisture it needs. But if your summer garden has spots where the sun doesn't shine in the summer, thanks to mature trees or north-facing ...
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 ...
It is an exciting time of year with buds swelling, trees’ leafing out, and perennials and bulbs poking their heads through the fallen leaves and mulch. It makes me want to look through catalogs and ...
When dusk arrives early and the lawn silvers with dew, small choices change everything. Colour, shape and scent can lift the ...
Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. When ...
Haley Mast is a freelance writer, fact-checker, and small organic farmer in the Columbia River Gorge. She enjoys gardening, reporting on environmental topics, and spending her time outside ...
Usually we think of shade as the kiss of death for a flower garden. This isn’t really true. Here are quite a few options for blooming plants that are often forgotten just because they aren’t ...
Prepare your garden for heatwaves with mulch, deep morning watering, smart shade, irrigation checks and lawn tweaks. A quick ...
Having a garden largely shaded by trees shouldn't shatter your dream of growing an impressive array of beautiful flowers outside your home. Not all plants require full sun exposure to thrive and some ...
Many gardeners assume that shade equals disaster in the garden. However, during the brutal summer months in Florida, shade can be a real blessing. It is possible for plants to grow in lower light ...
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