An arid garden area with lots of different ground cover plants - Brebca/Getty Images While you might think of plants that spread through underground rhizomes or above-ground stolons as making the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Many of our favorite flowers require full sun to grow. But, what about the corners and spots under trees ...

Discover American alumroot, a shade-loving Ohio native plant that repels deer and rabbits, and thrives under black walnut ...

Shady spots in a garden or yard can be a real pain. While the sunny areas may be bursting with self-growing wildflowers or precisely planted full-sun flowers in an array of colors, heavily shaded ...

Gardeners often spend a lot of time deciding where to plant perennials, considering things like color, shape, and texture. Knowing the mature height of your perennials is key to choosing the best ...

These low-maintenance outdoor plants are hardy and even the toughest garden spaces can't kill them. They can survive harsh weather, poor soil, and drought.

Gardening By John P. Begeman Special to the Arizona Daily Star Finding a shady spot to grow shade-loving plants is always a challenge here. Most often, the best spot for shade gardening is directly ...

Perennial plants survive from one growing season to the next, regrowing from their roots each spring. Discover gorgeous ...

From attracting pollinators to repelling pests, companion plants can benefit the crepe myrtles in your yard. And you'll add color and texture for more impact.

When a grass lawn is not suitable or preferable for your garden, a groundcover is often a good choice. Groundcovers protect the soil, prevent erosion on a slope, and discourage weeds from taking hold ...