WHAT: The Siberian cypress also called a Russian juniper. is a choice, low-growing evergreen that thrives in the Northwest. Its delicate, lacy foliage sits in graceful layers, Each branch tip turns ...

The lacy foliage of this plant adds great texture to slopes. New varieties are tougher and more cold-hardy. Look for varieties such as ‘Celtic Pride.’ Siberian cypress needs sun but tolerates some ...

Winter is a good time to check the garden for large bare-soil areas that would benefit from ground-cover plantings. Areas with chronic weed problems or where existing ground cover is struggling are ...

That nation’s tough winters and short growing season make for equally hardy flowers and vegetables. Now that the former Soviet Union is open for business, we’re seeing their plants in garden centers ...