Hostas planted in the right environment continue to flourish for many years with less maintenance. But what does the ‘right environment’ means? Do hostas like partial shade or full shade? Can they tolerate full sun? Most Hostas are best planted in areas that receive morning sun with afternoon shade. However, depending on the variety, the …
Cold-tolerant perennials are undoubtedly a boon for harsh winter conditions. They not only withstand the freezing temperatures but keep your garden blossoming with flowers when other plants seem to be dying off frost damage. The 5 best hardy perennials you can count on to survive the coldest winters are Sedum, Peony, Siberian Iris, Coneflower, and …
It’s not an easy job to maintain a garden in deer-infested areas. Many people prefer to cultivate Gardenias as a preventive measure to keep deers from ruining the plants. But the question is, are Gardenias really effective as deer-resistant shrubs? The truth is, deer don’t eat Gardenias as it’s not a desirable meal for them. …