A shady yard with a lush landscaped area - Joanne Dale/Getty Growing anything in deep or partial shade, whether near a tree or another structure, can be a difficult task for a gardener to undertake.

Southern shield fern This deciduous native fern is tall -- it grows up to 4 feet with 1-foot wide fronds. This fern will tolerate more sun than most ferns, if moisture levels are adequate. Cut it back ...

Shade—you either love it or hate it. Gardeners often fall into the latter category because low-light conditions prevent the ...

In landscaping, ground cover plants usually refers to low-lying plants with a creeping or spreading habit, often evergreen and with twiggy dense growth. But the truth is, any plant that’s no more than ...

Best bets for ground covers to brighten up any shady area. If you have a shady spot in your garden, you know how difficult it is to choose plants that will thrive, especially when it comes to ground ...

Good ground covers serve several uses for a gardener. Like mulch, ground covers shade the soil. This cools the plant roots in hot weather and also reduces watering needs. The ground covers reduce the ...

In general, ground covers should be chosen for their leaf color, texture, form and function, as you would choose any plant for your garden. Just because they are tough doesn't mean you should force ...

Growing anything in deep or partial shade, whether near a tree or another structure, can be a difficult task for a gardener to undertake. Many plants do not tolerate the shade well, and it can be ...