warmer areas, dappled shade is a good idea.' Learning how to deadhead hydrangeas is a timely task. I recommend leaving brown, faded flowerheads on your climbing plant through the winter ...

Could you please recommend some climbing plants for a shady, east-facing house wall? I love the idea of using clematis and roses together but it sounds like these would both need a lot of sun.

Every garden has a shady spot, whether it's the whole plot or just a shady corner. Finding plants that will thrive makes life so much easier as they'll naturally want to grow there. Shade is generally ...