Need a new addition to the container-grown plant collection on your shady patio or deck? This tropical beauty with hot ...

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 ...

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 ...

Add compost to potting mixes and top with mulch to improve moisture retention, and avoid reusing old potting soil. Water ...

Transform a dark corner into a lush retreat with these easy-to-grow shade dwellers. Not every gardener has a perfectly sunny yard—or even a moderately sunny porch. A towering fence, a dense tree ...

A red leaf lettuce, such as ‘Red Sails,’ can add rich color, while frilly lettuces, rounded butterheads, upright romaines, and the ruffled, deeply textured leaves of kale can bring texture, color, and ...

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 ...

I plan on trying to add some containers to my garden this year and would like some advice on how to be successful. — Anita Singh, Park Ridge Containers planted with annuals can add a lot of interest ...

Balcony gardens can be quite valuable for those living in urban areas with little outside space. They might not be big, but when they are carefully designed, balcony gardens can be truly magical ...

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 ...

To ensure your plants get enough water, you can stick your finger in the soil to check the root zone. tdominick@thestate.com We’re already sweaty and running into some garden troubles, so we’re ...