Although we typically associate sunshine with plant growth, you don't have to let a lack of light stop you from growing your ...

We all know that plants need sunlight to survive, but what if that's precisely the thing your backyard is lacking? The cheery sight of some bright and colorful potted flowers might just be the perfect ...

Katherine Gallagher is a writer and sustainability expert. She holds a B.A. in English Literature from Chapman University and a Sustainable Tourism certificate from the GSTC. Ideal for planting in ...

If you're looking to add a pop of color to part of your yard that gets less sun, this shade-loving shrub is as beautiful as ...

Having a garden largely shaded by trees shouldn't shatter your dream of growing an impressive array of beautiful flowers outside your home. Not all plants require full sun exposure to thrive and some ...

Given a looming drought and my growing awareness of the importance of Earth-friendly gardening, I decided to try making my shady backyard less thirsty and more environmentally nurturing by finding ...

Most cool-season bedding plants like full sun, but some beautiful shade-loving plants produce colorful flowers during the cooler months. Although we’re accustomed to planting cool-season bedding ...

The coyote willow is a north American shrub and one of the few willows that thrives in drier soil in summer as well as ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Before shopping for shade flowers, watch your garden at various times of day. Full shade is considered 3 ...