Seeing gardens awash in rose blossoms this time of year is undoubtedly what prompted my sister-in-law to call me for suggestions on what roses to plant. We’ll see if she can sustain her enthusiasm ...

AKA worm or spoon moss, this versatile, shiny species looks a bit like shag carpeting and its translucent leaves add to its green color intensity. In sunnier places it will take on golden overtones.

There is a trio of kaleidoscopic groundcovers that are happy when planted in the summer, will persist through the fall, and may even be around for the beginning of winter. The first of these is ...

If people were asked to name the most important plants in the British countryside, my guess is many would choose something special, such as the ultra-rare lady’s slipper orchid. Or perhaps bluebells ...

There is a trio of kaleidoscopic groundcovers that are happy when planted in the summer, will persist through the fall, and may even be around for the beginning of winter. The first of these is ...