Struggling with what to grow in your yard's shady spots? These 10 ground covers are problem-solvers, and many are natives that support pollinators.

Got the perfect sunny spot in your garden but not sure what to plant there? You'll need one of the best shrubs for full sun – ...

They range in size from 2 to 15 feet tall and are excellent low-maintenance shrubs. Read the plant tag to make sure a variety you’re considering tolerates shade. Mahonia is a lesser-known shrub that ...

It handles partial shade and reflected light. Drought tolerance: Excellent. Size: 5 to 6 feet tall and wide. Color: Red, rose, or plum flowers. Maintenance: Water once every two weeks during summer ...

The satisfaction a seasoned gardener enjoys is the result of patience, time, and experience: trial and error, taking some chances, watching things thrive—and sometimes watching them fail.

It’s November already, and it’s time to prepare for the holidays. The University of Illinois Extension’s website has ...

Brighten the fall and winter landscape with a profusion of blooms from this charming Southern classic.

These versatile performers thrive in both sun and shade, standing strong against even the wildest winds.' Sarah also recommends learning how to prune fuchsias. 'Don't be afraid to prune them ...

Flowering of the Rhamnus prinoides takes place in spring and summer with colours ranging from white to pink to red. The shrubs generally bloom for about two to four weeks in spring. Although they can ...

If you are tired of ash, aspen and cottonwoods, there are better options that provide multiple seasons of interest in your ...

Native plants also benefit local wildlife such as bees, butterflies, and birds. Let’s get started! Photo Credit: peganum / Flickr / CC BY-SA 2.0 California has many native species of beardtongue ...