A little shade shouldn't stop you from enjoying a bountiful harvest of homegrown veggies. Most vegetables grow best in full sun—that is, more than six hours of direct sun each day. But if your ...

No sun? No problem. Make the most of shady porches and limited garden real estate with edibles that thrive on the shady side. Getty Images / Douglas Sacha Don’t let less-than-ideal sun exposure ...

Like these vegetables, many herbs grow well in shade, growing happily with just a few hours of light each day. Chives (pictured above) produce beautiful blooms and beloved kitchen herbs.

While some plants can grow in full shade, veggies don’t fit into that category. Many need exposure to at least six to ten ...

There are always going to be shadier spots in your garden, and while most vegetables we think of in summer—like tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers—live for the sunshine, you can take advantage ...

Gardeners know there’s never enough room in the garden! So, sometimes we try to squeeze plants into areas where they won’t naturally thrive—like maybe that shady area over by the garage. Unfortunately ...

Some fruits, particularly berries, will grow well in medium shade and dappled shade, too. "When it comes to fruit, redcurrants, raspberries, and rhubarb all grow well in low-light areas," Mary ...

One, shade keeps the the leafy vegetables such as kale, lettuce, and spinach more tender. With less sunlight, the plants will not grow to the same size as they would with more sun.

A little shade shouldn't stop you from enjoying a bountiful harvest of homegrown veggies. Most vegetables grow best in full sun—that is, more than six hours of direct sun each day. But if your ...

Unfortunately, most vegetables don’t have it made in the shade. The popular types that produce large fruits above-ground—such as tomatoes, melons, and squashes—generally require at least 6 ...