US, and surrounding areas. We are in USDA hardiness zone 7 with an average annual minimum temperature of 0 to 10 degrees F (-17.8 to -12.2 C). In January of 2014, the weather for the suburbs of Philadelphia, where Carolyn’s Shade Gardens is located...
Woodland Gardens -Many flowering shrubs, such as Rhododendrons, Azaleas and Camellias, are ideal for semi-shaded areas, such as beneath trees. Any shade-tolerant shrub can be grown in a natural way in a wooded area. Always prepare good planting holes so that they can establish before they ...
Hardy to zone 5. Hydrangea quercifolia‘Queen of Hearts’ Hydrangea quercifolia‘Queen of Hearts’ (S-0805) Each $16.75 Recently released by the National Arboretum’s highly touted shrub breeding program, this colorful ‘Snow Queen’ and ‘Pee Wee’ hybrid was selected for its long lasting ...
Mine are in a lot of full sun since I don’t have many shaded areas. If I water the roots as well as the leaves while in the sun will that burn the leaves? I hadn’t noticed any ill effects from the full sun until the past couple weeks when temps and humidity here in IN have...
Mosses grow primarily in lightly shaded areas. Thousands of tiny Moss plants will bunch together to make a single patch of moss. 5-10 Iron Cross Begonia Begonia masoniana 8-15" Iron Cross Begonias have some of the most unique foliage in the plant world. Each heavily textured, bristly, ...
Silverberry is a drought-tolerant container shrub with beautiful silver-green foliage. It loves to grow without much maintenance and is a great choice for coastal areas. They are resistant to pests and diseases, and their fast growth rate makes them great for creating privacy screens or hedges....
It can grow both in sunny areas and in the shade. Scientific Name: Pieris japonica Plant Type: Shrub Geographic Origin: Asia Plant Size: 9 – 12 feet tall Sun Exposure: Partial or full sun Plant Zone: 5 – 7 Andromeda is an excellent flowering plant if you’re looking for flowers ...
For woodland areas, there are many woodland plants that are suited to the specific conditions under trees. You can also check your US hardiness zone, to make sure the shrubs you want will survive and grow well in your local climate. And don't forget to assess the soil - compare the ...
Woodland Gardens -Many flowering shrubs, such as Rhododendrons, Azaleas and Camellias, are ideal for semi-shaded areas, such as beneath trees. Any shade-tolerant shrub can be grown in a natural way in a wooded area. Always prepare good planting holes so that they can establish before they ...