The first time I saw a climbing hydrangea, it was growing its way up the trunk of a majestic oak. I was smitten, and Hydrangea anomala subsp. petiolaris also climbed its way to the No. 1 spot on my ...

Most of us have boundary walls, fences, or garden buildings such as sheds or studios that are in shade for part of the day, and in some cases all day long, especially if your garden faces north or ...

A. Consider three great plants that not only grow well in full to partial shade, they also actually prefer it. The first, climbing hydrangea (Hydrangea petiolaris), is hardy to Zone 5. This deciduous ...

DEAR JIM: The afternoon sun gets intense, and I have no room for shade trees in my yard. I thought about building a trellis for climbing vines for shade to lower my air-conditioning costs. It this a ...

Are you interested in adding vertical interest and vibrant colors to your garden without a lot of hassle? Flowering vines are the perfect solution! These versatile plants not only beautify fences, ...

Most flowering vines do best in full sun, and even varieties that will grow in the shade do best if they get at least partial sun during the day. Three options for shady spots include some varieties ...

Whether you have a large yard or a compact urban space, covering walls and fences with planting will always make an impact. From evergreen ivy to fragrant climbing roses, a living backdrop brings ...

The afternoon sun gets intense and there is no room for shade trees. I thought about building a trellis for climbing vines for shade to lower my air-conditioning costs. Is this a worthwhile project?

Question: We'd like to fill in our long expanse of yard fencing with climbing vines. We are limited by 40-foot live oaks that cut off the sun but surely something works in the shade and heat! Answer: ...

Summer-flowering vines add so much to the landscape: They can cover arbors and pergolas to provide shade, fill in lattice fences and help with privacy, and make chain-link fences more attractive.