Learn the differences between native and perennial plants, including their definitions and how climate affects their growth.

Growing ordinary apples and strawberries in your garden is satisfying, but there's something particularly exciting about harvesting exotic fruits that your neighbors have never seen. Contrary to ...

By Soncirey Mitchell Reader Staff As the stress of modern life increases and the cost of groceries continues to rise, more and more people are turning to the peace and self-sufficiency that home ...

If your yard could use more shade and needs it pronto, here are some of the best fast-growing shade trees to plant in the ...

Hydrangeas have been popular garden plants for decades. These versatile shrubs thrive in granite soil, shady woodland sites, ...

These flowering ground cover plants will not only look good but will also prove popular with bees and butterflies ...

Hydrangeas are a mainstay of the garden, thanks to their easy-care nature and their gorgeous, dramatic blooms that make a ...

Summersweet ( Clethra alnifolia) blooms in the late summer, says Irish-Hanson, but it's wise to plant it during the spring.

These drought-tolerant ground covers for sun and shade demand little care or watering. We've compiled a list of the best ...

Dividing plants also prevents overcrowding, controls plant growth in your garden, and helps keep the plants healthy. The ...

Luxurious starflowers are offered in an array of colors, according to Thewlis, who says that the edible five-petal florets ...

Add beauty to any property with summer-blooming hydrangeas from the Southern Living Plant Collection. Whether you prefer the classic blue mopheads of French hydrangeas, the large white blossoms of ...