Shades of chartreuse are among my favorite hues in the garden. Creeping Jenny “Goldilocks” delivers a vivid splash of this color, and I use it often in hanging baskets, containers and window boxes.

On a steamy July day, this gardener is tempted to stick to the porch. It's more comfortable in the rocker beneath the ceiling fan, a glass of lemonade in hand. Besides, the porch is a fine place to ...