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The best screened porch plants thrive in a shady setting. We've pulled together a list of easy foliage and flowers for ...
The black walnut tree (Juglans nigra) is well-loved for its beauty and the walnuts it grows. However, the roots of this tree ...
‘Foxgloves are some of the best plants for a cottage garden style, not least because they tolerate semi-shade,’ says garden ...
Willows are a popular landscaping tree that adds beauty and elegance to your garden. They are also one of the best trees for ...
Hydrangeas are a showstopper in the garden, but they don't pair well with everything. Consider planting them alongside these ...
‘Growing aromatic herbs like rosemary, sage and mint around your garden can create a fragrant barrier that confuses and deters snails and slugs as they dislike the strong scent and scratchy texture,’ ...
Wild geranium (Geranium maculatum) is a native, clump-forming perennial occurring in woodlands. Five-petaled, saucer-shaped ...
Here are the plants you shouldn't plant near your roses to ensure your they receive all the sunlight, water, and nutrients ...
Hostas are a very low-maintenance perennial that you can grow in the shade. They require well-draining soil, but only need minimal fertilizing. Make sure to be patient when growing these plants ...
The Manhattan Area Garden Tour is back this summer, with the theme “Blooms, Birds and Butterflies.” The Saturday tour ...
Reduced light, large trees competing for limited moisture and nutrients, and the need to rely more on foliage than flowers for color all help to reduce the menu of good plants. And while those that ...
While perusing through the rummage sale ads in the Action Advertiser (our local shopper that sadly no longer exists), I came ...