Growing lettuce ( Lactuca sativa) in the shade has a key benefit: It extends its life by keeping its roots cool. Planted in ...

Gravity-defying climbing plants add instant charm to any fence, arbor, or pathway. But, often, they require significant effort to train and guide. Luckily, these nine low-maintenance climbing plants ...

Summer can be such a distressful season for your plants, and you as well. But you can rest easy with these 9 heat tolerant ...

Turn your patio or yard into a cozy lounge. These outdoor living room ideas make even the smallest space feel inviting and ...

L.A. is partnering with colleges and nonprofits to launch ShadeLA, an initiative focused on tree planting, canopy design and ...

Hyacinths bring some of the first colors and fragrances to your garden after winter. These spring-blooming bulbs produce dense clusters of small, star-shaped ...

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Even if your flowerbed receives only partial sun or no sun, you still can grow flowers that will put your neighbor’s garden ...

The secret to creeping thyme success lies in understanding its Mediterranean heritage: A climate with sunshine, sharp ...

Although plants stay a demure three feet tall and wide, the flowers are nearly as big as a full-size hydrangea. The stocky, ...

This vine will grow best in well-drained organic soils and produces the most blooms if planted in full sun. Crossvine can ...

Keeping your garden private isn’t just about blocking out the view of prying neighbours – it is about creating a ...