A: The wilting is a symptom of Phytophthora root rot, a soilborne disease. Keep the plant as healthy and vigorous as possible so it can battle through this condition of the soil. That means that it’s ...

Many factors might go into choosing which plants we use in our landscapes. For most of us, the primary concern is the aesthetic value of the plant — how it looks in our yards. We all have different ...

SEATTLE — If you’re having difficulty finding a shrub that will survive in dry shade, especially underneath giant evergreens that suck up every inch of available moisture, give Aucuba japonica a try.