Recently I got to shadow the owner and official landscape designer of Shades of Green. There is a lot that goes into designing that I...

Caterpillars! They are chowing down on this rue. We had to add six more little plants in this pot after just three days so they wouldn't...

Brillo Verde is the tree farm and source of most of the trees and plants for Shades of Green. It's located in Tioga, Texas and ships off...

Succulents can be great plants for centerpieces or other decor. They thrive outside and lots of sun but low direct sunlight. AND: low....

Flower pot arrangements are one of the most lively parts of landscaping—and, let's be honest, fun to make! They can make or break the...

Alright! This is the juice. The good stuff. Everyone wants to pay a couple more dollars for a plant that could potentially be grown for...

Interview with Charley, a Shades of Green manager, reveals some of the key trees for a fantastic backyard. First would be Burr Oaks and...