Most of us have boundary walls, fences, or garden buildings such as sheds or studios that are in shade for part of the day, and in some cases all day long, especially if your garden faces north or ...

A garden is beautiful in its own right, but adding details here and there—like bubbling fountains and winding pathways—can help personalize this outdoor space and make it feel like your very own ...

I have written before about how trellises are essential to your garden layout to create height and divide spaces; a trellis takes a garden from flat to immersive. Once those trellises are up, finding ...

A pergola brings a number of benefits to those looking to spend more time outdoors. It can make up for a lack of a dedicated patio or deck, enhance the visual appeal of your garden with a structure ...

Planting a vine to crawl up your facade, fence, pergola or archway is an easy way add color, privacy, texture, interest and even shade in your garden or yard. There are countless species and varieties ...

The most overlooked real estate in your outdoor space isn't that patch of dirt you've been staring at. It’s the vast expanse of vertical territory going completely to waste. Up is now in, and climbing ...

If you’re hoping to liven up a north-facing wall, shady corner or sheltered fence, you'll want to take a look at our list of the best climbing plants for shade. Whether you're looking for climbing ...

Whether you're planning to sell your home soon or simply want to enhance your property's exterior for your own enjoyment, climbing plants can make a significant impact. They offer an easy way to add ...

The afternoon sun gets intense and there is no room for shade trees. I thought about building a trellis for climbing vines for shade to lower my air-conditioning costs. Is this a worthwhile project?

There are three kinds of Clematis — Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3. Type 3 blooms on new wood, flowers continuously July through September, and is the best choice for Minnesota gardens. Clematis is ...

Available in a wide variety of shapes, materials, and sizes, plant pots can be overlapped or hung for even greater space savings. While any material is suitable for indoor pots, there are some factors ...