Borders underneath large trees can be challenging to cultivate. Whether you have a large oak, poplar or chestnut tree in your ...

A: Look for pleasing shapes and textures when choosing shrubs and perennials for a shade bed. You can plant just one type, or if space allows, add more for interest. For years, I've been pleased with ...

Shrubs planted around a house foundation serve several functions in the landscape. Not only do they cover the slab or concrete block foundation, the plants also soften the sharp edge between the lawn ...

A Google search reveals a definition for shade as “comparative darkness and coolness caused by shelter from direct sunlight”. In hot West Texas our definition is “shade is a beautiful thing.” ...

I am tired of pruning my overgrown barberry and Spirea shrubs in my front landscape. What would you suggest for replacement shrubs that will stay under 4 feet without pruning and keep their leaves all ...

Has your lawn looked a little ragged lately? Then give it new life by planting the seeds of success — shade-tolerant grasses. A shaded lawn competes with trees and shrubs for available sunlight, water ...