Companion planting is an art worth mastering no matter what you’re growing in your garden. Vegetable gardeners have long known that planting certain crops together helps ward off pests and diseases ...

Hydrangeas are one of the most beautiful flowers to add to your garden, and one way to ensure they thrive is by planting them next to a few of their favorite companions. Companion planting is growing ...

Most hydrangeas thrive in filtered shade or morning light, but some contemporary varieties like ‘Limelight’, ‘Quick Fire’, and ‘Moon Dance’ have been bred to thrive in partial-to-full sun conditions.

A hydrangea bush in full bloom can stop you in your tracks and—even better—there’s a type for nearly every yard. They thrive in almost any garden, according to Miranda Niemiec, an operations and ...

Meghan Holmes is a writer and documentarian specializing in scientific topics such as the environment, invasive species, sustainability, and food issues. She holds a master's in Southern Studies from ...

Any “best of” shade list has to begin with hostas. This hardy plant is known for adding texture and color. While some hostas tolerate sun, those grown in partial shade usually produce the best-looking ...

Hydrangeas offer a lot of long-lasting color in the summer landscape, especially in spots with partial shade. File photo These aren’t your grandma’s hydrangeas. In a wide range of forms and color ...

If you’re looking for some midsummer blooming plants that last late into the fall, nothing beats the wide variety of hydrangeas. From 2 feet tall to 8, and from full sun to shade, these versatile ...

If you've always wanted pink and purple French hydrangeas but your plants stay stubbornly blue, try this soil amendment ...