Spring is just around the corner and many homeowners are thinking about their lawn. Shade can make it tough to grow grass, and there's no easy answer to the problem. Grass is a full-sun plant and when ...

We all love a cool and shady yard, but too much of a good thing comes with its challenges. Bare patches on an otherwise lush ...

Q: My lawn currently does not have an irrigation system and is somewhat shady due to trees. What is the best drought- and shade-tolerant lawn grass for North Florida? Bahia, zoysia and St. Augustine ...

Dense growth and a cozy, prey-filled habitat make these grasses a dream for snakes — great for nature, not so great for ...

Big patches of cool shade offer idyllic spots to relax on hot summer days, whether you're tossing a ball to your dog or swinging in a hammock. Your grass? That's a different story. Most turfgrass ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Perennials bring joy and color to your spring garden year after year, but if your outdoor space lacks the ...

Men’s Journal aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. Achieving a great, grassy lawn isn't always as easy as it seems.

Gardening isn’t always about basking in glorious sunlight. Some plants practically revel in the quiet whispers of shade and ...

The grass-like texture that Leavenworth sedges provide is excellent for filling in small bare spots in an area of dry shade. Markis Hill Special to The Star One of the most common questions we receive ...

Different types of shade (dense, partial, filtered) require different plants. Groundcovers like Asiatic jasmine and cast iron plants are suitable for dense shade. Partial shade allows for a wider ...

During the heat of summer, my favorite places to work are in the shady areas of my landscape. Gardeners often gripe about how difficult it is to grow plants in shade, but trouble mostly occurs when ...