Garden

Rather than planning a garden from scratch; we often inherit an existing one when purchasing a home. Whatever the state you inherit it in, you can follow these 6 steps to plan an ecologically friendly garden.

Any barrier than can block sun can also stand in the way of rainfall, which explains why dense shade and dry soil go hand in hand. The roots of many trees are most numerous close to the surface where they compete with the roots of smaller garden plan

Plants that grow in filtered and partial shade receive about the same amount of light. Here's what you should consider when choosing these special plants.

Trees give an air of maturity and permanence to a garden. They add height and depth to even simple garden designs and provide shelter and privacy. These easy steps will help you properly plant your trees so they flourish.

Repotting a houseplant can be done at any time, but the best time is just before growth begins, which is in spring for most houseplants. Here are some tips for transferring your plant to a new pot.

Annual ornamental grasses offer an easy way to add unique seasonal texture to the garden. Here's how to get them looking their best.

Larkspurs are a beautiful and nostalgic plant that practically grows itself. But if you want better looking blooms, use the following tips.

How do you care for plants while you're away from home? One common solution is to pay someone to water your indoor and outdoor container plants. But you can greatly reduce the need for watering by following these steps before you leave home.

There are more new daylilies introduced each year than in any other single genus making it probably North America's favourite perennial. In total, there are about 30 different species of daylily, although only about half of these are used in hybridiz

In the heat of July and August when many garden plants are taking a siesta, periwinkle is at its best, soaking up the most blistering weather of the season.

Cockscombs are custom-made for places with hot, sunny summers. This varied group of easy-to-grow annuals enriches the garden with vibrant colours and unusual flower forms. Here is important information you should know about this beautiful flower.

Yellowwood is the perfect shade tree for yards where lack of space is a consideration. Here are some simple tips for selecting and growing the low-maintenance tree.

Commonly known as summersweet or sweet pepperbush, clethra is an essential shrub for gardeners who crave fragrance. Check out this beginner's guide to growing clethra and add it to your garden today!

Cool summers are a joy for people and plants alike. Here are some quick tips for designing a garden that will thrive during a cool summer.

Foxglove is a beautiful addition to any garden. Here are some expert tips to help you add this thriving flower to your outdoor space like a pro!

Wisteria is a hardy vine that has it all: statuesque woody stems, feathery leaflets, and long clusters of fragrant lilac, pink, or white pea-shaped flowers in spring. Here are some clever tips to help you choose and grow wisteria.

As a group, grasses are the most versatile of plants. Species can be found that will thrive in wet or dry locations, in full sun or dense shade, in acidic or alkaline soils. These steps will walk you through choosing, buying and planting the best orn

Lilies make excellent pot plants. They can be grown in pots to full bloom, or they can be started early indoors and set out when the weather warms up. The following steps will help you grow healthy potted lilies.

Exciting and romantic, perennials die back in winter and emerge anew in spring. A list of garden-worthy perennials would number in the hundreds, but many of the tips below can be used to help all perennials grow better.

Container plants are a convenient and attractive alternative to traditional gardens. Pair container-compatible plants with the right growing conditions to enrich almost any space with splashes of colour and texture.