NORTH TEXAS (CBSDFW.COM) — Here in the heat of the North Texas summer it's time to find some shade, so let's talk about what can grow there. If I had to guess, I would say any question that revolves ...

It is a good time to plant shade trees because the weather is relatively mild and the new trees can work on producing a root system before they are faced with the challenges of a Central Texas summer.

This gorgeous and non-invasive nandina is safe for birds and the environment. Nandinas are workhorses in the garden, providing evergreen color and lush texture to plantings. They are also among the ...

Do you want to consider a different type of plant in your landscape? Something that is drought-tolerant, attractive to wildlife and easy to care for? Consider ornamental grass. Mondo grass and liriope ...

Evaluate your shade trees for strength of their limbs. Call in a certified arborist if you see any branch that looks like it's dead or dying. All it takes is one ice storm or strong gust of wind to ...

Given a looming drought and my growing awareness of the importance of Earth-friendly gardening, I decided to try making my shady backyard less thirsty and more environmentally nurturing by finding ...