Because too much sun isn't always a good thing. “Shade creates cooler, restful environments that are a pleasure to retreat to (or even work in!) during the heat of summer,” says Ziffer. Not only is ...

Master Gardeners frequently get asked questions. A recent question I received was, “What can I grow in darkness?” Hmm, I thought mushrooms, but asked, “Do you mean dense shade?” Shade can be very ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... We grow them because we love them. Are they easy? Not always, but their delicious ripe rewards confirm why tomatoes continue to be the most popular crop ...

Although we typically associate sunshine with plant growth, you don't have to let a lack of light stop you from growing your dream garden! Believe it or not, numerous flowers actually thrive in the ...

Different types of shade (dense, partial, filtered) require different plants. Groundcovers like Asiatic jasmine and cast iron plants are suitable for dense shade. Partial shade allows for a wider ...