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 ...

Shady corners of a garden can provide a headache at the best of times. When that shady spot is only suitable for containers it means two factors you need to consider, they need to be happy in pots and ...

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 wonderful thing about container gardening is that it allows you to have a garden just about anywhere, including balconies ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Container gardens offer instant gratification to those who want to enjoy flowers and plants all summer long. Fill a pot with soil, pick your plants and voila ...

Many of our favorite flowers require full sun to grow. But, what about the corners and spots under trees that are shielded from light? Before giving up on finding blooms for the dark corners of your ...

The second week of April is a gorgeous time in Western Washington, as the bulbs, rhododendrons and flowering trees and shrubs teach us about resurrection. Take the time to enjoy the show and then dig ...

As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...

Whether it’s in a window box or an antique pickle pot by the front door, a container garden can add bolder personality and color outdoors. “Container gardening is so personal,” said Nancy Baker, ...

Starting a garden is exciting but figuring out which containers to use can be confusing. Maybe you’ve got a tiny balcony, a sunny patio, or just a windowsill to work with. The type of container you ...