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Many factors affect the health of landscape plants, but one of the most confusing is light intensity - the amount of sun or shade a plant needs for optimum vigor.

Some plants prefer sun, some prefer shade so how do you handle part sun/part shade locations? These practical tips will help you decide.

All plants need light to survive, but different plants need different levels of light. Here's a quick guide to determining the light levels in your home.

The amount of light an orchid needs depends on the type of plant, but here are general guidelines that will help optimize the health of your plant and coax it to flower.

Some flowers and plants prefer sun, some prefer shade. Is your garden sunny or shady or part sun or part shade? Find out how to tell the difference.

Hardy, low-growing, and mostly early, Species (Botanical) and Kaufmanniana (Water-Lily) tulips are delightful alternatives for spring beauty in rock gardens.

Climbing vines for hot climates or sunny places come in a variety of types, from annuals to perennials, deciduous to evergreen.

All plants need light to survive, but different plants need different levels of light. Here's a quick guide to determining the light levels in your home.

Planting an array of bulbs this fall, is one of the easiest and most economical ways to add lasting, colorful spring and summer flowers to your garden.

For fast growing plants that won't lose their leaves between growing seasons, these choices can really liven up the garden.

Choosing the perfect hanging basket plant is clearly up to the consumer who will be viewing the handing basket. Some good choices are listed for hanging baskets.

With blue-green, green, and variegated leaves, hosta plants are ideal for landscaping around the pond. Pair them with pond lighting and rocks for stunning water gardens.

Love the color and freshness of annuals but don't have any space outdoors? Don't worry-many of them do just fine indoors! Here are the best ones and how to grow them.

Hydrangeas are easy-to-grow shrubs with large flowers in shades of pink, blue, purple and white. They bloom all summer with flowers that can reach 12 inches across.

If the desired effect from picking out trees for a landscape is to bring butterflies flocking to the yard, these are the native trees that will do precisely that.

As summer winds down, there are blooming plants that will display rich textures and hues long into the fall. Here are a few plants that help extend the beauty of summer.

Many times purple flowers can blend between other color hues and create a color coordinating garden. These are some flower choices that range from pale lavender to purple

Although painful to the touch, stinging nettle is a nourishing edible plant and an important component of the herbal medicine chest.

Choose or create a wet area in the garden to highlight bog plants like hostas, irises, ferns, and rushes. Choose the right container and substrate for the bog garden.

Some commonly used herbs that grow easily are: basil, bee balm, catnip, chamomile, chives, dill, lemon balm, peppermint, and spearmint.

Colors, textures, blooms, and types--so many choices are available to the gardener in creating a beautiful yard. Here are some helpful tips to make choices easier.

When planning the spring and summer flower garden, one may wish to consider the Brugmansia or the Datura; fragrant, prolific bloomers.

Caladiums are tropical foliage plants that provide a splash of color in summer flower beds. They grow well in shaded areas, containers, hanging baskets, and as borders.

Growing Sago Palms from seed is very easy. Simply sticking them in the dirt will do. However, these instructions will allow for a much higher germination rate of 90%.

Persian Parrotia has a lot to offer the garden. Unfortunately, late winter flowers are not on the top of the list. Witchhazel is the choice for winter flowers.

Discover 4 fabulous ornamental grasses to grow in key areas of the garden, creating striking contrasts of color and shape. Plus tips for where to plant for best effects.

Even though there are a wide variety of plants available, some may not be suitable for your tank because of the environment you created.

Many plants have curative as well as harmful properties and were used by healers of long ago for beneficial ointments, love potions and at times instruments of revenge.

Spring is coming, and often we miss this fantastic time to celebrate the rebirth of the natural world. This year, do something different, and celebrate spring's arrival.

Before the last winter frost, many gardeners have already started their planting indoors. If you would like to try this, here are some tips for starting plants early.

The herb Valerian has been used for its healing properties for centuries; both as a herb and an essential oil, Valerian has many medicinal uses for today's problems.

Despite increased efforts at sun blockage, people of all ages still get burnt in the hot August rays. Learn how to soothe the damaged skin and prevent future burns.

First impressions count! Curb appeal sells houses. Inexpensive pretty flowers in beds, border, pots and containers quickly fix up the street view appearance of your home

Gazing balls are enjoying a renaissance of use as landscape decorations. These strategically placed orbs bring drama to flower gardens, sitting areas, yards and walkways.

Careful selection and preparation will enhance a yard or garden with spring flowering bulbs like tulips, crocus, iris and daffodils.

Bloom cycles are important for total garden enjoyment. Mountain gardens, with their short growing season, depend upon distinct color combinations and a quick start.

Autumn-blooming bulbs are a wonderful way to prolong fall flowering in the garden. Choose the right ones for your site.

Plants that can go the distance between waterings and even dry out are called drought tolerant. These are good for places that typically go months without rain.

Silver trees and shrubs are relatively scarce but there are some beautiful ones in commerce that can light up your yard. Most are drought tolerant.

Iris and peonies are favorites the world over and two of the easiest perennials to grow. Showy peonies and elegant irises are essentials in the Impressionist Garden .