If your yard could use more shade and needs it pronto, here are some of the best fast-growing shade trees to plant in the ...

If you want to add some height to your yard, then consider the Norway spruce ( Picea abies ), which can reach upwards of 70 ...

Many such trees can also offer shade and shelter for local wildlife within your yard. But, on the other hand, certain fast-growing trees can quickly take over your outdoor space, dwarfing other ...

A robust evergreen, the Leyland cypress is a great choice for a dense privacy barrier. “The cypress grows up to 3-4 feet ...

These shade-loving blooms that will bring vibrant color, texture, and life to even the darkest parts of your landscape.

Many dogwood varieties don’t need sun and will tolerate partial- to full-shade conditions. One spectacular species to try is Cornus florida, a tree with reddish-purple fall color surpassed only by its ...

I simply refuse to let the recent dour weather dampen my enthusiasm for the onset of spring. Bulbs are up and beginning to ...

It prefers partial shade and well-drained moist soil. It provides some interest in the fall as well with early yellow fall color. Chickasaw Plum is a small native tree growing to 20-25 feet at ...