Shady parts of our garden may seem trickier to enhance, but they can be a floral haven for the right selections. Here are six ...

Glory of the snow ( Chionodoxa luciliae) is another plant that can survive winter outside. A bulb perennial, it can often ...

If you're trying to lean native in the garden, you may have more choices than you realize for native bulbs that bloom early ...

Pretty flowers are only part of what pollinators need. Here are some native plants that help pollinators thrive in your ...

It is possible to brighten up those shady spots in your landscape. It is all about proper plant selection, planting and care.

WITH the chilly weather now officially here, many of us are wondering about the same thing – how to keep mould and ...

This week's Plant Pick of the Week is a native shrub that turns wine-red and ripens blue-black berries in early fall.

With about 300 different species, the iris is one of the most visually striking plants in the garden. Whether grown in ...

Pansies are pretty forgiving as to where you plant them and will do well in pots or in the ground. When planting, just make ...

You should check soil moisture of the newly planted tree at least once a week. Soil that is moist or damp to the touch is ...

A series of plant sales coming up feature native varieties that don’t need a lot of water or fuss and that provide food and ...

You'd think L.A.'s 'perfect' street tree would be a California native. So why does the city plant so many trees from ...