When winter's icy breeze sweeps across the countryside and garden birds ruffle their feathers on bare branches, most plants will have slipped into a deep slumber. Most – but not all. Evergreens such ...

Last week I discussed the many varieties of grasses that work well for tough, dry spots in full sun. But what about those of us who deal with poorly drained soils and/or shady areas? Options for ...

Ornamental grasses are an often-overlooked group of herbaceous perennials that thrive here, and will add beauty to your landscape with minimal effort. View full size ThinkstockSome ornamental grasses, ...

WEBVTT WELCOME TO "SUNDAY GARDENER." A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO WE TALKED ABOUT THE LAWN AND MAKING SURE IT MAKES IT THROUGH SPRING AND REJUVENATED. NOW WE WILL TALK ABOUT ORNAMENTAL GRASS. CARRIE: THERE ...

After the discovery of the Americas in the 15th century, Europeans brought back many types of plants that gardeners take for granted today, including potatoes, sunflowers, and tomatoes. Pampas grass ...

With more grasses to choose from every year, new and unusual varieties are the key to transforming sparse flower beds The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy ...

The graceful beauty of ornamental grasses in the yard and garden make them a great choice for designing in your landscape borders, beds and gardens. With many varieties to choose from, many of them ...

THE DAYS MIGHT still be warm and sunny, but they’re undeniably growing shorter as we slide toward the fall equinox. While dahlias and coneflowers continue flowering, asters and tall sedums like ...

"Ornamental grass" traditionally has meant "lawn," a cropped, carpet-like expanse of green. In recent years, the definition has widened to include ornamental grasses from native landscapes and far-off ...

Often chosen for the texture and autumn interest they add to the garden, ornamental grasses have many virtues. Some are tall, towering over most other garden plants, and serve as a visual anchor or a ...

There are many lovely ornamental grasses on the market, and a number of them are suitable for mixed sun and shade spots. There is perhaps no more beautiful candidate for such an area than Hakonechloa ...