Our top 4 list of popular climbers/vines for your arbor, trellis or pergola this summer: American Bittersweet Vine The American Bittersweet vine is a vigorous, hardy vine that produces small inconspicuous flowers which precede clusters of red-orange berries. This vine is commonly used for winter decoration. Make sure you plant at least three plants to ensure fruit set. These vines are commonly planted in woodland gardens and naturalized areas. They provide quick cover for fen

Learn about these five amazing groundcovers that are low maintenance and lovely additions to your landscape! Cranberry Cotoneaster Photo Credit: Fossil Creek Give cranberry cotoneaster well-drained soil, and this striking, shrubby groundcover rewards with year-round beauty. Bees and butterflies enjoy it, too. Perfect for sites with full sun to light shade, this dense, mounded plant grows 2 to 3 feet tall and up to 5 feet wide. Pink spring flowers complement arching branches o

When your landscape offers the bonus of cool, refreshing shade, creating a beautiful garden requires a fresh approach to plant selection and care. Many go-to favorites for sunny gardens fall short on blooms, beauty and health in low-light situations. But that doesn't mean shade gardens have to sacrifice diversity or beauty. With these simple steps and our top plants for shade, you can create a rich tapestry of shade-loving plants to rival the sunniest garden: 1. Evaluate your

A healthy lawn reduces pollution potential, cools the environment, filters dust and pollen, and contributes to the aesthetics of your home and your neighborhood. It also allows rainwater runoff to be filtered and returned to the groundwater. 1. Good Equipment is Important A great, sharp mower will make your job much easier. Change the oil and put fresh gasoline in the tank. Replace or sharpen the blade, and keep it sharp during the growing season. If you have someone servi