While they do produce flowers, it's the striking foliage that makes hostas a standout in shady areas. Plant hostas in ...

This month is a great time to get planting perennials and last week I suggested some good varieties for sunny spots that are ...

Dry shade is a problem area many gardeners struggle with. While there are plenty of sun loving blooms that will reward with bursts of color, fragrance and dramatic foliage, shade dwelling plants are ...

If you have previously given up on these areas because of planting fails or you assume it's not worth trying in the first place as nothing will grow, turn a negative into a positive by introducing ...

The perfume from the ginger lily is delightful during summer and is often unexpected, as ginger lily tends to grow without too much intervention and often just pops up in shaded areas once introduced.

No matter if your garden is too wet, too dry or too shady, nature will have provided a solution - Alan Titchmarsh says - it's ...

Every garden has a shady spot, whether it's the whole plot or just a shady corner. Finding plants that will thrive makes life so much easier as they'll naturally want to grow there. Shade is generally ...