TIPS FOR SHADE GARDENING:
Growing a beautiful thriving garden in the shade is always a challenge for the home gardener. Here are some tips that can lead you to success.

TIP #5: Add some height. Choose plants of differing heights to create structure and flow in your garden. Berm up the soil in spots to add some height and consider planting shade tolerant evergreen yews for all season color.

TIPS FOR SHADE GARDENING:
Growing a beautiful thriving garden in the shade is always a challenge for the home gardener. Here are some tips that can lead you to success.

TIP #4: Make it a destination. Add a small patio and bench or a water feature to create a tranquil place to relax on a hot summer day.

TIPS FOR SHADE GARDENING:
Growing a beautiful thriving garden in the shade is always a challenge for the home gardener. Here are some tips that can lead you to success.

TIP #3: Concentrate on foliage colors. Most blooms on shade plants are nondescript, so concentrate on getting the right mix of foliage colors and vegetation. Blue green foliage creates a comforting feeling and a mixture of light to darker greens will add interest.

TIPS FOR SHADE GARDENING:
Growing a beautiful thriving garden in the shade is always a challenge for the home gardener. Here are some tips that can lead you to success.

Tip #2: Don't compete with roots from large trees. Don't expect your plants to prosper if you are planting close to tree roots. They will out-compete your plants for vital nutrients. It's alright to add some new soil over tree roots but never more than a few inches. In worst cases, consider using containers artfully placed around the tree and partially sunken into the soil.

TIPS FOR SHADE GARDENING:
Growing a beautiful thriving garden in the shade is always a challenge for the home gardener. Here are some tips that can lead you to success.

TIP #1- Remember all plants need light. With shady plants, morning sun is best. Limb up or thin out trees to maximize the daylight reaching your plants.

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