Although we typically associate sunshine with plant growth, you don't have to let a lack of light stop you from growing your ...

Many gardeners love being outside in their garden on a beautiful sunny summer afternoon. But what if your garden is in a full-sun location and the air temperature is 95 degrees with a heat index of ...

The best perennials for shade can brighten up your garden without bright light, making these blooms the perfect solution for an outdoor space with little to no sunlight. Whether your outdoor space is ...

Most of us have boundary walls, fences, or garden buildings such as sheds or studios that are in shade for part of the day, and in some cases all day long, especially if your garden faces north or ...

Usually we think of shade as the kiss of death for a flower garden. This isn’t really true. Here are quite a few options for blooming plants that are often forgotten just because they aren’t ...

Having a garden largely shaded by trees shouldn't shatter your dream of growing an impressive array of beautiful flowers outside your home. Not all plants require full sun exposure to thrive and some ...

Even perennial purists can't deny that annuals are color powerhouses. Planted in the border, they provide playful pops of color when perennials are on a blooming break. However, keeping the garden in ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Before shopping for shade flowers, watch your garden at various times of day. Full shade is considered 3 ...