Add climbing plants that will make you feel like you're living in a fairy tale, like coral honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens), to your pergola for the ultimate magical vibes and shade in the summer.

Sun sail shade canopy (Image credit: Amazon). If you have a larger space to cover, or lack floor space, opt for a shade sail canopy to offer sun protection. Like the name suggests, this type of ...

If you live in the city chances are your outdoor space will have at least some areas of shade for all or part of the day. Even those of us with a south-facing space can end up with shaded areas of ...

Climbing vines can also have a competitive advantage as they will grow out of reach of potential herbivores and by avoiding the shading from other ground layer plant species.

While no plants will survive with a total lack of sunlight, there are some plant groups that have evolved to thrive in even low-light areas of the outdoor landscape. If you’re looking to add ...

Go for the fringed parasol or opt for retractable shades, a louvered roof system and climbing plants for a touch of beauty By Jennifer Tzeses Originally Published June 21, 2023, 7:02 am EST ...

Understanding the difference between a canopy, a gazebo and a pergola means you can choose the best structure for your ...

Complete shade makes it difficult for other plants to grow underneath. Plant trees in groups so that their canopies touch when mature, providing continuous shade and dappled light. Check your plant ...

While planting over 100 trees and plants is significant, it will only make a dent in Emerson’s tree canopy dearth, according to Killoren. “No single effort really achieves the goal,” Lodato ...