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 ...

Finding out about these underrated climbers is like being granted access to a landscape architect’s little black book. The quiet, hardworking vines of the garden world, they offer something different ...

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 ...

A home has elegant landscaping with climbing vines. - Artistic Operations/Shutterstock Climbing plants are a fitting option for adding vertical interest to your garden. If those climbers are also ...

Looking to add a new twist to your garden? How about adding a vine or two to add a new dimension? You can choose an annual vine, a perennial vine, or an evergreen vine or climber. A climber will ...

If your garden needs a dramatic focal point, or a taller feature as contrast for lower-growing plants, or something that will fit into a limited space, consider a climber. Climbers are a fairly large ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

From curious vines to fast-growing trees, consider these options for relief from summer heat. Trees perform valuable services like limiting floods, controlling erosion, absorbing pollution, and ...

Q: I’m wondering if you can recommend some plants that would shade our south-facing windows. I’m thinking of having wooden awnings built over the windows and would like to plant some climbing plants ...

Climbing plants have a place in almost every garden. Where space is not a problem, climbers such as those grown in pergolas and trellis are perfect for creating garden walls. Garden walls help in ...