Many gardeners find themselves in search of plants that will thrive in shade. The perennial called astilbe fits the bill Since shade covers much of my garden, over the years I have planted many shrubs ...

Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now. A tried and beautiful perennial for the semi-shade garden is astilbe, and the Deutschland Astilbe (Astilbe japonica ‘Deutschland’) ...

Astilbe is a stunning perennial to brighten up often-tricky, shadier spots in the garden. With the right care, astilbe plants can last for many years, so it pays to understand how to care for astilbe ...

Season-long color for the shade is hard to come by, yet one plant can deliver even in dark areas of the yard. Astilbe - or False goat's beard - gives you that much-needed color for shade, along with ...

I tried to find a fall-blooming clematis vine, which has white flowers and the perfume of jasmine. What I was sold has small blossoms and no odor. What was I looking for? The deliciously fragrant one ...