Gardening under trees can be frustratingly difficult. A tree's blissful shade limits the selection of plants gardeners can grow, though weeds never seem to have any trouble moving in. But if you ...

• Most trees' roots hang out in the top 12 to 18 inches of soil and spread beyond the canopy's edges or drip line. Some trees are easy to garden under, while others prove challenging.

I may be going a bit overboard adding indoor plants, thanks to Covid. How can I give them more humidity? They are under lights, and I can’t enclose them all inside terrariums. I’m in an… ...

Garden benches create opportunities to pause, reflect and connect with the world around you. Here is what you should keep in ...

Experiment by sitting on the bench to determine if the position in comfortable for those using the bench. If there is a good sized tree in the garden, consider positioning the bench under its ...

Landscaping under a large shade tree can be a challenge. Most plants require a several hours of sun to develop and grow well and there is a lot of competition with the tree for available water.