Meghan Holmes is a writer and documentarian specializing in scientific topics such as the environment, invasive species, sustainability, and food issues. She holds a master's in Southern Studies from ...

Every garden or yard has some shady areas, and these shade-loving shrubs can add color and vibrancy to your yard's darkest corners. From evergreen Japanese andromeda to winter-blooming camelia, these ...

You’re missing out if you don’t have shrubs around your home. Shrubs can add color, fragrance, and even protection from ...

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Ever wonder how a few plants can transform your garden into a colorful paradise? Adding flowering shrubs to your landscape ...

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I'm looking for suggestions for shrubs in a shady and dry area. Are any viburnums suitable for shade? I have an area I am trying to give a natural, woodsy look. I also was thinking of a holly or a ...

Bill and I bought a new house. After sitting in the yard and watching the sun for a whole day, I decided where and what to plant. The front has mature oaks, lots of shade and a wall built up of stones ...

While no plants will survive with a total lack of sunlight, there are some plant groups that have evolved to thrive in even low-light areas of the outdoor landscape. If you’re looking to add plants to ...

Looking to plant some trees or shrubs? Luckily, the Virginia Department of Forestry has brought back Throwing Shade VA!

A popular Virginia Department of Forestry program that offers discounts on native trees and shrubs is back at participating nursery locations.