Sweet woodruff (Galium odoratum) is a beautiful ground cover that thrives in shady spots. In spring, a whorl of leaves emerges, followed by umbels of white flowers, says gardening expert Adrienne ...

Ground cover plants are typically less showy than their more upright counterparts, but this flowering plant doesn't sacrifice ...

Ground covers also cut down on water evaporation by shading bare ground—which I can attest to as a former water conservation ...

If deer constantly ravage your outdoor spaces, consider growing deer-resistant plants and flowers to keep them at bay.

Want a more flavorful and bountiful basil harvest? Companion plants are your key to unlocking the best in your basil. Here ...

These timeless flowers will bring nostalgia to your garden. These heirloom blooms, loved for their fragrance and charm, will ...

Fruit. Growing a papaya tree is a simple matter. If you plant papaya seeds now from store-bought fruit, you will probably see ...

Think in layers. Maximize your planting by filling every level of the garden, from soil to canopy, including vertical ...

Imagine stepping outside and snipping gorgeous, fresh blooms to share with a neighbor, give to a friend in need, or simply brighten your own kitchen counter. Sounds like bliss, right? This year, make ...

With rain in the morning on Saturday and dry, cooler weather on Sunday, it’s a perfect weekend to get into the soil.

Hound’s-tongue, poison hemlock and groundsel are potentially hazardous to pets and people.

MacCubbin gives Florida gardening advice about caring for bush daisies, oakleaf hydrangeas, broccoli, onions, St. Augustine ...