Most of us have boundary walls, fences, or garden buildings such as sheds or studios that are in shade for part of the day, and in some cases all day long, especially if your garden faces north or ...

"Growing things vertically increases the amount of plants that you can grow in your garden," says J. Richard Huff of Cleveland Heights. He and his wife, Mahala, do not have a small yard, but their ...

Climbers and vines are incredibly versatile and useful plants. They're practical and beautiful additions to any landscape. For instance, if you can't grow trees for a natural privacy screen in your ...

A climbing plant is the perfect way to take your garden to new heights—literally. These plants are known for their height and, with a little support, create gorgeous vertical blooms. Here are some of ...

Fences provide the perfect support system for vines and other climbing plants. Discover gorgeous annuals and perennial vines that grow quickly but will not overwhelm your fence. Learn how to use these ...

With their strong lines and solid structure, fences are just begging to be planted with vines and other climbing plants. Climbers add dimension and vertical movement to the garden, breaking up the ...

An elderly or already dead tree is one of the underrated spots in the garden. It can be wonderfully revitalized with climbing plants. Why this can be beneficial, how it works, and which plants are ...

Flying flowers is how some define butterflies — and rightfully so. Flashing a rainbow of color, as they hungrily hover around and insert their proboscis into their pollen, butterflies present an ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ruby throated hummingbird flying above purple flowers in garden. - Dansphotoart On Flickr/Getty Images With over 360 species, ...