
Mouse Ear Hostas
Hostas are the salvation of many a shade garden. With leaves ranging from pale green to darkest blue-green, […]

Lovely Lacecap Hydrangeas
In James McNeil Whistler’s famous 1871 painting, Whistler’s Mother, the title subject wears a lace cap and does not appear […]

The Best Hanging Basket Bloomers for Shade
Shaded porches and patios are prime spots for hanging baskets. We spend most of our outdoor leisure time in the […]

Summer Coleus for Nonstop Color
The old saying goes, “Call me anything you like, but don’t call me late for dinner.” For a long time, […]

Taking Houseplants Outdoors in the Spring
Houses are often stuffy for plants when the weather is mild and pleasant. Most houseplants thrive in the fresh […]

Exotic, Accessible Agapanthus
Brides traditionally wear or carry “something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue.” Gardens—whether they are arrays of ...