One of the best ways to add more privacy to a backyard all year long is with evergreen shrubs. This lovely option grows ...

OK, readers, let’s play a game. I want you to raise your hand if you have at least one large shade tree somewhere in your ...

Most pruning work is best done from spring into mid-summer, and in the case of fruit and shade trees, mid to late winter. We’re now approaching the end of that optimal time frame and heading into the ...

These attractive shrubs for the front yard can improve curb appeal, add privacy, and even attract pollinators.

* What it is: Just about everyone short of discerning horticulturists thinks the chaste tree is a butterfly bush when they see one blooming this time of year. It’s easy to understand because chaste ...

Care requirements: Partial sun; loam or sandy, well-draining soil; moderate watering ...

Add a bit of zing to a shady garden with Great Plant Picks selections that flourish in light shade and display colorful ...

Purple flowers contrast beautifully against green foliage for a striking yard. These options are ideal for shadier garden ...

Tennis fans might notice a few new offerings at this year's Cincinnati Open, including the addition of four new restaurants.

Growing lettuce ( Lactuca sativa) in the shade has a key benefit: It extends its life by keeping its roots cool. Planted in the spring and fall, this mineral-rich leafy green does best in loose, ...

Mediterranean plants like lavender, rosemary, thyme and oregano are perfect choices for open, sunny parts of the garden. They thrive in free-draining and low-nutrient soils.

At just 10 years old, Atlanta’s Kendall Rae Johnson isn’t just a farmer; she’s a college scholarship recipient. The youngest USDA-certified farmer in the United States recently visited South Carolina ...