If you live in an urban area you probably have plenty of under-utilized shady spaces that can be improved by introducing plants that thrive in these conditions. While shade-loving plants for ...

Brightening a shady spot on your property (and by “shady,” we mean an area that receives less than 6 hours of sunlight per day) with containers full of blooms and greenery is easy once you understand ...

Looking for some shade loving, beautiful plants to place in containers and window boxes? Consider begonias and impatiens for their gorgeous flowers along with caladiums and coleus for their colorful ...

Discover a selection of the best ferns for containers to provide texture and movement - these are perfect for small gardens, ...

Container gardening opens the door to growing beautiful, healthy plants without needing a large yard to do it. Whether you're living in an apartment, condo, or a home with only a small patio or ...

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 ...

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If you’ve ever wished for a little extra color or greenery at home, container plants are a simple way to get started. You don’t need a big backyard to enjoy fresh blooms and lush leaves. Containers ...

Growing fruit trees in containers gives you flexibility to control sunlight, size, and damaging weather. Try growing one of these fruit trees in pots.

Containers of orange pansies and red mums are among the clearest signs that autumn has arrived in the garden. But the problem with falling back on these tried-and-true annuals is they don't last more ...

It can be hard to find shade plants for our Tucson climate. There aren’t many plants that can tolerate our heat, dry alkaline soils, and don’t need a lot of sun. However, there are some plants that ...