Most of us have boundary walls, fences, or garden buildings such as sheds or studios that are in shade for part of the day, and in some cases all day long, especially if your garden faces north or ...

Low-water plants, native shade, and smart irrigation turn yards into cooler landscapes that save water and support local life now.

Any “best of” shade list has to begin with hostas. This hardy plant is known for adding texture and color. While some hostas tolerate sun, those grown in partial shade usually produce the best-looking ...

What: Podophyllum delavayi — If podophyllums are the altar at which shade gardeners worship, then delavayi is surely the Holy Grail. Also known as the Chinese Mayapple, its beauty is ravishing with ...

Don’t give up on that seemingly uninhabitable part of the yard that’s shaded by towering evergreens. With some creative planning, this tree-filled area can transform from a dark, neglected spot to an ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. pots of hostas in garden (RM Floral/Alamy Stock Photo) Make the most of shady outside spaces by choosing container plants that ...

The Rowan County Extension Master Gardener Plant Sale is happening on May 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring a wide variety of shade-loving plants. Gardening in the shade can be both challenging ...