Whether your patio is next to your house or a little farther away, planting a tree can be an easy way to provide shade. “If the weather is hot, it can be 20 degrees cooler in the shade than ...

Even trees that can tolerate shade require at least some direct sun to grow. They'll do best in sites that receive partial shade, meaning four to six hours of direct sunlight per day.

Considered among the best shade trees for the backyard, the sugar maple can also serve as an ornamental tree. It’s no wonder this is an American favorite for the yard. 4.

Considered among the best shade trees for the backyard, the sugar maple can also serve as an ornamental tree. It’s no wonder this is an American favorite for the yard.

That’s why adding shade to outdoor play spaces is critical. A 2023 study in B.C. found that adding shade to playgrounds increased toddlers’ thermal comfort. Why should we prioritize adding plants and ...

An understory tree known for its colorful flowers, the pink dogwood is an ideal tree for growing in part shade. It grows about 12 inches each year until reaching its mature height. USDA Growing ...