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Looking for a plant to help you fill those tough to manage spots in the drier and shadier parts of the garden? Here are three ...
Looking for a plant to help you fill those tough to manage spots in the drier and shadier parts of the garden? Here are three shade perennials to try.
Solomon’s seal, Polygonatum odoratum. ... ‘Variegatum,’ works wonders in shade gardens as the shining leaf edges brighten up any dark corner of the garden.
Just because parts of your yard don't receive a lot of light doesn't mean you can't grow a flourishing shade garden that's buzzing with your favorite pollinators. By filling the shaded areas with ...
I have a very aggressive plant that is spreading in my shaded garden, and the clump seems to be continually expanding. My friend, who is an avid gardener, thought it might be goutweed. How big of a… ...
In a single growing season, foamflower (Tiarella cordifolia) produces 2-foot-long stems that root into the ground, beginning the cycle of new plants."In less than five years, it’ll be a massive ...
Solomon’s seal (Polygonatum biflorum), with arching stems of narrow leaves up to 4 inches long, offers a great contrast to neighboring large-leaved hosta.When planted in moist soil and full sun ...
I have two problem areas in my lawn. The grass is thin and grows poorly under a large tree. I also have a sloping area which is difficult to mow. What could I grow in these two areas that would be bet ...
As a garden writer, yes, I adore popular perennials, but there are so many other lesser-known perennials that are under-appreciated. Here are 12 of my favorites ...