Shaded plants use green and far-red light for photosynthesis. Findings could transform greenhouse horticulture.

When the winter season is in full force, your yard and garden can look a bit bleak. Here's a tree that will provide visual ...

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Researchers have found that the taller the Japanese black pine trees (Pinus thunbergii) along the coast, the deeper their roots penetrate the ground. Deeper roots make trees more resistant to damage ...

Like all Colocasias, Black Magic needs to be planted in the shade in rich organic soil. Many people plant them around the ...

These 20 new annual flowers come recommended as the top new introductions of flower trialers and other professional flower-watchers.

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Fill your planters and hanging baskets with these easy to grow, colorful container plants and flowers for shade gardens.

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Top tip: Plant them in the autumn, to give them time to settle in before they start early growth. Prune the autumn-fruiting ...