Question: I am looking for a dense tall grass to form a barrier between my property and the gravel road. Any suggestions? Answer: Tall ornamental grasses provide screening from early summer through ...

Juniper shrubs are getting a second look as homeowners search for carefree greenery with year-round appeal. These plants have long been a landscape staple, especially as an evergreen foundation plant, ...

Discover the best shrubs for shade to enhance your garden's beauty. Learn about top shade-loving plants and design tips for creating a stunning shaded garden.

“August rain: the best of the summer gone, and the new fall not yet born. The odd uneven time.” — Sylvia Plath. “This morning, the sun endures past dawn. I realize that it is August: the summer’s last ...

Q.: Now that the leaves have fallen off the trees, I am wondering if this is the right time to trim my trees and other shrubs. Among them are oak, maple, crabapple, dogwood, dense yew, compact ...