If you’re thinking about going to the dark side, consider planting Peruvian lily, Black mondo grass or Black Magic elephant ear.

Q: Thanks to your previous advice I used an iron chelate, applied it to the soil in March, and got my plants to develop a dark green color rather than a yellowish-green color. A: There are many things ...

Maybe it all started with black mondo "grass," which is actually a kind of lily; or with those deep-purple-leaved sweet potato vines. However the trend for dark foliage began, it continues unabated.

Plant selection is one of the most important factors in designing a successful drought-tolerant landscape. Along with concern about plant size, texture, color and so on, we must be concerned about how ...

Gardening requires patience, yet sometimes the environment refuses to cooperate with your daily efforts. Many people struggle ...

Place it on a shelf, windowsill, or even hang it near the window to maximize light exposure. Just avoid very dark bathrooms, ...