Just a few years ago, the words shade garden plants brought to mind hostas, ferns, impatiens and maybe some astilbe. Shady areas were viewed as a fine place to rest awhile on the garden bench ...

Gardeners use foundation plants in the front of a house to help it blend in with its natural surroundings while hiding the ...

The plant itself looks droopy ... forms of crape myrtles in the flower color of your choice. In heavily shaded areas, taller types of Japanese maples such as the very popular Bloodgood selection ...

Discover how this alluring evergreen can prevent soil erosion and suppress weeds in your garden. Learn benefits and planting ...

Now is a good time to plant shade trees. The recommended varieties for the San Antonio area include live oak, Texas red oak, cedar elm, Mexican sycamore, Montezuma cypress, Mexican white oak ...