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 ...

Not all gardeners are blessed with full-sun sites that the veggie-gardening books all recommend as the place to grow edibles. Six hours of direct sunlight per day is the rule of thumb. But if you ...

Over time, you’ll get to know your garden like a close friend. Where the high parts are that dry out, the low parts that are always waterlogged, which parts get early sun, and which beds the squirrels ...

There are many benefits to setting up your own herb garden at home. Cooking with fresh herbs not only helps you create flavorful and delicious meals, but it can also help you create healthier meals, ...

Different types of shade (dense, partial, filtered) require different plants. Groundcovers like Asiatic jasmine and cast iron plants are suitable for dense shade. Partial shade allows for a wider ...