Among the most popular perennials for shade gardens, knowing when to cut back hostas is an important...
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Shade gardening
Shade container gardening: Ideas for plants and pots
Not everyone has a full-sun patio where they can display lush containers of annuals every year. But...
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Drought tolerant shade plants: Options for dry, shady gardens
When I think of shady spots in a garden, I think of more woodland-like conditions where the soil is...
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Japanese painted fern: A hardy perennial for shady gardens
Gardeners looking to add a bit of excitement to a shady corner of the landscape need to look no further...
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Sweet woodruff: An enchanting groundcover choice for shade gardens
It was a garden tour that introduced me to sweet woodruff, an elegant looking groundcover in a lovely,...
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How to care for hostas in pots: Tips to help this popular shade plant thrive
It was a garden tour—actually, three tours—that inspired me to grow hostas in containers. Each...
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