Believe it or not, there are times when desert gardeners seek out plants that can grow in the shade instead of the sun. Trees that grow taller and shrubs that grow bushier can change once-scorching ...

The purple dead-nettle is faster than many other plants. It occupies open spots in the garden, provides food for insects, and is even edible. However, in the wrong place, it can become a nuisance. Don ...

Dead nettle is an edible weed in the mint family. Though non-native to Missouri, its shallow, abundant roots provide benefits to soil health and rarely present a problem. Its flowers feed pollinators ...

Shade gardens can be challenging places to grow plants, but deadnettle is one plant that thrives even in low light. It's adaptable to various growing conditions, making it ideal for adding interest to ...

Question: Stinging nettle has appeared in my garden this year. I ve been told both that it is an herb and a weed like poison ivy. Should I cultivate and use it or pull it out? Nancy Stark, advanced ...