David Kuchta, Ph.D. has 10 years of experience in gardening and has read widely in environmental history and the energy transition. An environmental activist since the 1970s, he is also a historian, ...

Many gardeners assume that shady areas are destined to remain colorless and dull, but nothing could be further from the truth. Shade gardens offer unique opportunities to create lush, vibrant displays ...

Spring is the perfect time to rethink those in-between spaces in your garden—the spots that get dappled light, morning sun or soft afternoon shade. Part-shade areas are often overlooked, but they can ...

Although we typically associate sunshine with plant growth, you don't have to let a lack of light stop you from growing your dream garden! Believe it or not, numerous flowers actually thrive in 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. Haley ...

Cut flowers sounded easy when I started gardening. Just plant some flowers and then cut them, right? Well, there is a lot more to it than that. Cut flowers are often grown from specific varieties that ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. oopoontongoo / Getty Images Many of the biggest, boldest, and brightest flowers bloom in full sun. These showoffs need to soak up ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. containers filled with flowers in the shade We all know that plants need sunlight to survive, but what if that's precisely the ...

The best perennials for shade can brighten up your garden without bright light, making these blooms the perfect solution for an outdoor space with little to no sunlight. Whether your outdoor space is ...