• Control weeds before they go to seed. • Sharpen the lawn-mower blade for a clean cut. • Correctly identify pest problems before trying to control them. • Aerate the lawn to reduce thatch buildup. • ...

Description: An evergreen perennial, tiarella emerges from rhizomes or stolons to form rosette-shaped clumps, reaching 1 to 1 1/2 feet high and wide. The plant's leafless flowering stems have a dainty ...

If you love your trees but hate that bare patch of dirt underneath, you’re not alone. Grass rarely grows well beneath trees thanks to shade and thirsty roots that soak up moisture. The good news? You ...

Foamflower is a perennial ground cover that thrives in shady areas where other plants may not grow. This plant blooms with feathery white and pink flowers from April to June. Foamflower spreads via ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

White shade perennials can really stand out in the garden. You can mix them with blue, red, and other colors and shades, or just plant several white varieties on their own. The blend of white flowers ...

If you love your trees but hate that bare patch of dirt underneath, you’re not alone. Grass rarely grows well beneath trees thanks to shade and thirsty roots that soak up moisture. The good news? You ...

All week, we’re revisiting the most popular stories of 2025, including this one from July. A shade garden is a green and contemplative refuge. It can also be a botanical calendar, with flowers ...