Sitting under the wide canopy of a tree can cool you off on a hot summer day and even lower home-energy costs. If your landscape is treeless, the sooner a new tree grows a shady canopy, the better. A ...

This time of year, some gardeners consider the advantages of shade. Not every garden has it made in the shade, however — having large trees that provide shade also can cause problems with above-ground ...

If your outdoor space is looking a little sparse after the non-stop excitement of summer blooms and fall color it's time to think about how best to fill the gaps. Choose easy evergreen trees that will ...

Evergreens are prized for their year-round greenery and texture, but they can also provide shade for your yard. The evergreen family extends beyond conifers and includes any tree that keeps its green ...

Local garden expert Ben Freeman, joined Deb Tribe and Sophie Thomson on Talkback Gardening to talk about his favourite shade trees for small, medium and large gardens. There’s a top tree to suit every ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Well-tended, colorful trees can add much-needed shade, privacy, and value to your ...

Meghan Holmes is a writer and documentarian specializing in scientific topics such as the environment, invasive species, sustainability, and food issues. She holds a master's in Southern Studies from ...

Your dream evergreen tree may be a soaring redwood, but the reality of most suburban homesites is you need a tree that won't grow too tall. Finding an evergreen tree to add year-round interest to the ...

Vinca minor, commonly known as periwinkle, is among the native plants that can provide yearlong color in the dry shade of a Western Washington garden. Hector Amezcua hamezcua@sacbee.com This time of ...