Sarcococca: The Underrated Gem of Shade Gardens When most people think of winter gardens, they often imagine a barren and lifeless...

Climbing to New Heights: The Best Climbers for Shade Gardens There’s something truly enchanting about a garden that reaches skyward, with...

Successfully Propagating and Transplanting Hydrangea Cuttings: A Comprehensive Guide Hydrangeas are beloved for their lush foliage and...

Invasive Plants: The Complex Story of Nature, History, and Our Changing World Invasive plants spark a lot of debate and emotion. For...

Creating a Beautiful Shade Garden in Zone 7A: Plant Recommendations and Tips Starting with a clean slate in your garden is always...

When to Plant Bulbs for Next Year’s Bloom in a Shade Garden It’s easy to get excited about planting bulbs, but sometimes life gets in the...

Understanding Slugs in the Shade Garden: Balancing Their Benefits and Risks Slugs are common in gardens, especially in shady areas where...

Preparing Your Shade Garden for Autumn: Essential Tips for a Vibrant Next Season As the vibrant colours of summer fade and the cool...

Hellebores, known as Lenten or Christmas roses, are cherished for their early blooms and resilience in shade gardens. However, despite...

One of our members asked: "I bought a beautiful new myrtle to add to my English garden, and the landscaper pruned it back to shape,...

When the Texas sun beats down in the summer, many of us seek refuge in the shade. Imagine stepping into your own lush, shaded garden—a...

Gardening in New York City can be a unique and rewarding experience, especially regarding shade gardening. With tall buildings, narrow...

Ferns are unique plants that have been around for millions of years. They’re known for their lush, feathery fronds and ability to thrive...

Shade gardening is all about growing plants in areas that don’t get much direct sunlight. But not all shade is the same! Understanding...

Gardening can be a rewarding and peaceful hobby, but for those who live in areas with a high deer population, it can also be frustrating....

In our previous blog, we covered the basics of soil, focusing on the essential aspects of texture, organic matter, pH, and drainage for...

Soil is the foundation of every garden. It’s the bedrock upon which plants grow, and it holds the nutrients and moisture that plants need...

A member from our Facebook group Shade Gardening asked the following question: " I live in Maine (5a) on a three acre lot. How do I go...

Cyclamen are beautiful, delicate flowers that can bring a splash of color to your garden, especially in cooler weather. But if you've...

As fall approaches and winter looms, many gardeners in the UK begin to worry about their gardens losing color and vibrancy. While it’s...