Boxwood can happily grow in semi-shade, provided it gets a few hours of sunlight each day. Any container needs drainage holes ...

A native alternative to Japanese barberry is Fothergilla, a glorious spring-flowering shrub that thrives in sun or semi-shade ...

LEAVES are changing colours and falling, flowers are dying back and it’ll soon be time to start potting spring bulbs. If your ...

Creating a beautiful garden is a joy, but the last thing you want is for your perfect backyard retreat to become a haven for ...

Nothing captures the spirit of spring quite like sun-loving daisies, and for shade, you can’t beat bedding impatiens.

One of the most common reasons lavender fails in the garden is that its feet are too wet. "Lavender is a drought-tolerant ...

If you are wondering what to plant in September, follow our gardening guide to flowers and vegetables that are suitable to ...

As you tackle your fall gardening checklist, be sure to add "plant spring bulbs" to the mix. While it might feel like time to ...

Just because it's September doesn't mean it's too late to plant some fruits and vegetables, either for a fall harvest or an ...

No. Mowing “high” encourages the grass to grow taller, and tall grass quickly becomes thin grass. Thin grass weakens so that weeds can get started. It’s also more exposed to sun’s drying rays and ...

Growing pomegranates at home is easier than you think, offering fresh, nutrient-rich fruit with the right care. Select a ...

Replacing grass with native plants improves habitat for birds, butterflies and insects that are all critical to our food web.