Commonly called barrenwort or “fairy wings,” (Epimedium ssp.) is an elegant solution for shaded, dry areas. These low-growing ...

The second myth to quash is that our native sumacs have no real benefit. According to the USDA NRCS Plant Database, sumac serves primarily as a winter emergency food for wildlife. Ring-necked pheasant ...

Sometimes to get your early spring garden ready, you need to start in the fall. A little work now will ensure bright, ...

Deer have an aversion to plants that are overly fragrant, fuzzy, thorny, or poisonous, explains Alex Kantor, owner at Perfect ...

Perennial plants survive from one growing season to the next, regrowing from their roots each spring. Discover gorgeous, fast-growing perennials that provide quick color and texture for shade gardens.

You may be familiar with the most common dog wood species, but did you know there are many more fascinating options you can ...

As the temperature begins to shift, choose hardy plants that thrive in cool weather to keep your garden colorful and vibrant this autumn.

Discover the best shrubs for shade to enhance your garden's beauty. Learn about top shade-loving plants and design tips for creating a stunning shaded garden.

Spring and summer flowers offer a profusion of color that captivates from May through August. But what about fall? Not to be outdone, autumn offers a palette of sultry purples, burnished reds, coppery ...

Many plants cannot tolerate the sun’s direct rays, even those whose labels claim a preference for direct sun. Many plants are, in fact, made for variations of shade: partial, filtered, deep. Partial ...

Editor's Note: This article originally appeared in the July 2025 print edition of Nursery Management under the headline “Hypericum Blue Velvet.” I stumbled upon the use of Kalm’s St. Johnswort shrubs, ...

Our gardens are increasingly struggling to adapt to the unusually high temperatures and lack of rainfall. This is why we have asked garden experts what can be done to give your plants and lawn the ...