Garden Q&A: Powdery mildew on crape myrtles Jun 10, 2008
If you want to try one in your landscape, it blooms best in full sun, but can tolerate light shade. Once established, it is quite heat- and drought-tolerant. (Florida Times-Union)
Play the glad game Jun 8, 2008
Some glads may bloom in light shade but grow better in sun. Like dahlias, glads require fall digging to lift the corms and prepare them for winter storage. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Braves rally again to beat Marlins Jun 4, 2008
His face actually was a light shade of red, though that may have had more to do with the sweltering night at Turner Field 87 degrees for the first pitch. Jones, who actually managed to raise an average that already was over. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Fetching ferns for Alaska yards and gardens May 30, 2008
Light shade to full shade, prefers constant moisture but can stand some drought ... Light shade to full shade, constant moisture, will tolerate wide range of soil pH. ... Light shade to full shade, constant moisture. (Anchorage Daily News)
* Eco makeovers May 24, 2008
Any 6,000-square-foot house [560 m2] is going to be a light shade of green. Its too big to be efficient, said Eldrenkamp, who has not seen the Goldman house. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Shell ginger easy to grow but is not frost-tolerant May 24, 2008
Variegated shell ginger is tolerant of a range of light conditions from light shade to full sun, as long as there is adequate moisture. Partial shade is ideal for this plant. (Florida Times-Union)
The green, green grasp of home May 22, 2008
"Any 6,000-square-foot house is going to be a light shade of green. It's too big to be efficient," said Eldrenkamp, who has not seen the Goldman house. Green features like a deck made of recycled materials or bathroom floors made of natural stone are nice, he said, but 20 years from now energy consumption will have the most environmental impact. (Boston Globe)
Slimming Makeup Tips and Trips May 12, 2008
When using blush, suck your cheeks in as much as possible, and brush a light shade of your favorite hue just over the cheek bone. If you over do it, you can always repair extra blush with a light dusting of concealer powder. (Suite101.com)
Energy-saving HDTVs May 2, 2008
The bad: Poor screen uniformity and off-angle viewing; produces a somewhat light shade of black; lacks user-menu fine color temperature controls. The price: $1,500. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Green Thoughts: Flowers with faces Apr 23, 2008
Preferring full sun to light shade and average to good soil, pansies are almost child's play to grow, unless you garden in a parking lot or under a Norway maple. A light fertilization several times through their now-long growing season will give them a boost. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Garden Q&A: Aromatic gardenias like acid soil and sun Apr 15, 2008
Gardenias prefer an acid soil and will grow in full sun to light shade. Plant from March through summer, but late May or early June is the best. (Florida Times-Union)
Colorful Shrubs for Winter Gardens Apr 10, 2008
tall and should be planted about 18" apart, therefore a 10ft. hedge will need 7- 8 shrubs. Very little care is required and light pruning to keep the plant tidy is about as strenuous as it gets. The dark green foliage of this shrub is its most striking feature and the masses of yellow flowers in early spring are an added bonus. It likes chalky soil and some shade and its greatest dislikes are strong winds and wet shady sites. Pyracantha Pyracantha is another shrub that requires care while... (Suite101.com)
Furman Bisher Apr 10, 2008
He has added a light shade of well-cultivated facial hair, toughening up his features somewhat, but a genuinely warm smile gives him away. He s the kind of guy you d buy a used car from. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Palms add Southern look Apr 4, 2008
It will grow in sun or light shade ... They will grow in full sun or light shade. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Clarkia as pretty as it is drought-resistant Apr 3, 2008
Cultivation: Grow in modestly fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. Overly fertile soil may encourage foliage growth at the expense of flowers. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Yard need color? Plant coleus Mar 29, 2008
JOHN PEMBERTON/Times-Union fileColeus, which come in a range of colors and leaf forms, will thrive in light shade or sun ... Although coleus plants will usually survive in full sun, the foliage color tends to intensify in light shade when they are grown outdoors. (Florida Times-Union)
The Spiderwick Chronicles Mar 24, 2008
WHEN it comes to caring for the environment, The Sneak is a light shade of green. He s a recycler who is using public transport more often, but he also owns a 2litre CO2-pumping Ford Mondeo. (The Sun)
Extension connection: Climbers and twiners -- vines for the garden Mar 16, 2008
" Vines also do best with regular pruning. Annual pruning should be done to remove dead or diseased wood. After that, pruning is done to reduce the size and direct growth. As a general rule, vines that bloom in the spring (on old wood) should be pruned within a week after flowering. If the vine blooms in the summer, they can be pruned in late winter or early spring as they bloom on new wood.The choice of vines can be overwhelming as there are many on the market, Stack noted. Here are a few that... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
A conifer for every garden Jan 10, 2008
A true dwarf form that needs light shade so the white tipped foliage won't burn, Cryptomeria japonica 'Knaptonensis' grows 6 feet tall by 7 feet wide in 20 years. With dark green foliage Cryptomeria japonica 'Gyokruyu' starts out as a mound but eventually forms a central leader and matures at about 8 feet tall and 6 feet wide. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
A touch lights these lamps Jan 10, 2008
If you go with the lightbulb socket conversion, realize that it will raise the bulb slightly higher and you might have difficulty with the light shade fitting correctly, Beach says. The reporter can be reached at or (559) 441-6467. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Retrospective celebrates the work and life of Abdul Aziz Jan 3, 2008
The Jakarta Post - The Journal of Indonesia Today. Enter your search terms. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Yuletide camellia brightens the season Dec 23, 2007
It prefers light shade in summer (mine does fine on the west side of the house) but also loves the sun or partial shade. They are considered drought tolerant once established. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
You can keep your poinsettia after holidays Dec 16, 2007
Amaryllis plants do best in light shade and well-drained soil. Bulbs can be planted anytime between September and January. (Florida Times-Union)
What you should plant depends on yard conditions Dec 15, 2007
It is best in full sun but can also be used in light shade. Send questions to Sandy Feather by e-mail at or by regular mail c/o Penn State Cooperative Extension, 400 N. Lexington Ave., Pittsburgh 15208. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The Bliss of the Bees Nov 27, 2007
Grow in light shade, as the hot sun can scorch leaves, creating pale spots. This is a very attractive herb in the summer garden. (Suite101.com)
Growing and Using Your Own Ginger Nov 16, 2007
Give them light shade and rich soil. Many other gingers exist that have not been covered here, but the basic requirements are the same. (Suite101.com)
Repair Wood, Furniture Blemishes Nov 15, 2007
But because most furniture is a complex mix of native wood grain color, stain and finish, usually two or even three colors are layered to build up the final tone, starting with a light shade and then applying darker tones in succeeding passes. Pros lock in the repair with a light spritz from an instant-drying aerosol lacquer of the proper sheen. (Suite101.com)
Between rock and a soft place Nov 8, 2007
Biffy Clyro are hairy, tattooed and partial to mild headbanging. They also play the glockenspiel. (Guardian Unlimited)
A Warning for 2008: Get Ready For More Immigrant-Bashing Oct 19, 2007
chair of the DCCC, "and this one is a very light shade." In 2006, Democratic Gov. Deval Patrick carried the state by a landslide but won less than 51 percent in the fifth. Three former Republican governors, Mitt Romney, Paul Cellucci and Bill Weld, carried the district outright. (New Republic)
Subverted Wagner a triumph of theatre Oct 10, 2007
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Reviewed by Peter McCallumOctober 10, 2007. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Flemish Artist Jan van Eyck Sep 29, 2007
Court Painter to John of Bavaria. Before he became famous and was lured to Burgundy by Philip the Good, Jan van Eyck, who perfected the new oil painting medium, was hired by John III the Pitiless. (Suite101.com)
Fall Seasonal Container Plants Sep 29, 2007
Rich, moist soil will provide the best growth for these fall beauties and full sun or light shade will bring the best autumn flower show. Tiny daisy-like flowers appear in late summer and last through the fall months displaying bright colors of purple, white or pink. (Suite101.com)
Town meeting a joke Sep 26, 2007
We re looking for white men whose necks are a light shade of red. No college education required. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Chandler aims to turn closed dump into park by 2009 Sep 24, 2007
Cullumber said archers need few amenities, although the city is planning to add light shade structures. Mickey Ohland, the city's park development and operations manager, said the landfill is expected to continue settling as rotting garbage below decays. (AZCentral -- News)
Make Room for Ornamental Grasses Sep 18, 2007
Most grasses prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained soil. Plant in spring, spacing plants 1 to 3 feet apart, depending on the variety. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Blind-Sided On Howard Sep 13, 2007
Blind date: Four-story facade made of aluminum louvers. Article:Blind date: Four-story facade made of aluminum louvers:/c/a/2007/09/11/HOV5RUGF1. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Woster: Modern dentistry is much more pleasant Aug 28, 2007
As always, I turned a light shade of red, finished my coffee and left. What else was there to do. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
CNET gadget review: Aug 24, 2007
Reproduces a light shade of black; subpar detail in shadows. The 47-inch TX-47F430S LCD is also available in a 42-inch version. (CNN -- Tech)
Plant Profile Primroses Jul 29, 2007
Preferred Conditions: Hardy zones 4-9 Primroses grow best in moist, slightly acidic soil and light shade. Very hot or humid weather is not tolerated well by primroses. (Suite101.com)
Gardeners can have it made in the shade Jul 29, 2007
"Aconitum or monkshood is a stately garden plant for the shade garden. Growing to 24 inches tall, these plants prefer an area where soil moisture is constant but not soggy wet. The violet blue flowers look similar to snapdragons and are produced in August and September.Bergania or pigsqueak gives a wonderful textural difference to the shaded garden. The large, glossy green foliage looks similar to wax begonia foliage only much larger. The plant likes a well-drained, moist site in light shade.... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
How does your garden grow? Jul 22, 2007
The low-growing species, however, do better in light shade. They all prefer moist, well-drained soils. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Green Space: Gardeners can enjoy easy-care, mid-summer flowering trees, shrubs Jul 21, 2007
It grows in full sun to light shade and prefers a moist, acid soil. Most of the newer cultivars grow about 5 feet tall with a 4 foot spread. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Top Ornamental Grasses Jul 16, 2007
It likes full sun to light shade and prefers cooler seasons. Elijah Blue variety is hardy up to 9,000 feet. (Suite101.com)
Summer bloomers tough it out Jun 29, 2007
Planting and care: Plant this hibiscus in a well-drained soil in full sun or light shade. Prune to shape it in late fall or early spring. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Some plants thrive during dry times Jun 28, 2007
Planting and care: Plant this hibiscus in a well drained soil in full sun or light shade. Prune to shape it in late fall or early spring. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Love 'em and leave 'em: cuddly plants will thrive in tough spots Jun 22, 2007
Best in sun but can tolerate some light shade. Cultivar of a plant native to the Southwest desert. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Bearded iris needs sun and room to breathe Jun 21, 2007
Siberian iris will tolerate some light shade, and do not need to be divided as often as bearded iris. The flowers are smaller, but each clump tends to produce more flower stalks, so the impact of the flowers in the garden can surpass that of bearded iris. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Choose well, and hosta can stand the heat Jun 16, 2007
Planting and care: Plant this perennial in a moist well-drained soil in light shade or part sun. Avoid locations where it will receive hot afternoon sun. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Growing Healthy Potatoes May 23, 2007
The plants grow well in sun or light shade. They prefer soils that are uniformly moist and that have been well dug over in winter, so the soil is friable and well aerated. (Suite101.com)
Tim Maguire's floral passion May 12, 2007
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. "the local artistic patrimony doesn't apply when you get to Europe."Photo: David Rose. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Rounded Growth Container Plants May 8, 2007
Full sun to light shade for these pretty perennials, miniature roses are perfect for containers because of their hardiness and diminuitive size ... Full sun to light shade and rich, moist soil is preferred. (Suite101.com)
Tale of latterday Libya takes Ondaatje prize May 4, 2007
Richard LeaThursday May 3, 2007. After being shortlisted for the Booker prize and the Guardian first book award, Hisham Matar has won the fourth Royal Society of Literature Ondaatje prize with his debut novel, In the Country of Men. (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)
Install a Birdbath to Entice Birds Apr 20, 2007
Place the water feature in light shade, if possible, rather than full sun or dense shadow. The dappled shade of a tree branch hanging just a few feet above the water is perfect. (Suite101.com)
O-W art program again produces major winner Apr 14, 2007
Your browser does not support inline frames or is currently configured not to display inline frames. Self-Portrait in the Commons Area. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Botanical: Sasanqua camellia Apr 12, 2007
Sasanqua camelliaGeneral: Among the most sun-tolerant of the camellias (Camellia sasanqua), they survive hot, dry climates but also thrive in light shade. They can grow in the ground or in containers as patio trees, in hanging baskets, or as low, spreading shrubs. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Summer bulbs: Plant them now to enjoy later Apr 4, 2007
They tolerate light shade. Most lilies can be left in the ground over winter and do best in at least six hours of sun a day. (Quad-Cities Online)
Not Your Mother's Petunia Apr 4, 2007
To keep the 2-inch-wide flowers coming and coming, plant Supertunia Vista petunias in full sun (or light shade for part of the day), keep them well watered but not soggy, and feed them regularly with liquid fertilizer. These fragrant, easy-to-grow lovelies require no pinching or deadheading, resist disease, and bloom non-stop - what more could you want. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Spring Blooming Trees Apr 1, 2007
Grown in full sun, or light shade, this popular spring blooming cherry will reach about 20 tall and 25 wide. This spring flowering tree will appreciate slightly acidic soil that is evenly moist, but well-drained. (Suite101.com)
For Nurses, It's Black and White Mar 30, 2007
Black was chosen most, edging out dark hunter green and a light shade of blue, said registered nurse Pamela Duncan, who chairs LRMC's Nurse Practice Committee. A standardized color, uniform or specialized badge for registered nurses is one of many approaches nationwide to elevate the image of nurses, to let the public realize their role in patient care and to recruit more people into nursing. (The Ledger)
They were more than skydivers Mar 21, 2007
Sheets of wispy high stratus clouds were starting to clump at lower altitudes and were turning a light shade of gray under the early afternoon sun. It made for an awful glare anytime you threw your eyes skyward, but with another load preparing to take flight on Otter Load No. 3, there was a little less than a half hour break before onlookers broke their necks once again to watch the sight. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Extension news Mar 8, 2007
"Some have fragrant blooms. Some have long-lasting, bright, red fruit for winter effect. Viburnums need well-drained soil and light shade to full sun."The cultivar 'Mohawk' grows up to seven feet tall. Its fall leaf color turns shades of orange, red, and reddish-purple that hang on in mild winters. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
The lovely late-winter 'rose' Mar 7, 2007
Planting and care: Plant in light shade in a moist, well-drained soil. Source: McMahan's Nursery, 5727 Cleveland Highway, Clermont; 770-983-3666. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Makeovers help them heal Mar 2, 2007
When applying eye shadow, she recommends putting the light shade throughout the eyelid and under the eyebrow; the dark color on the crease of the eyelid, and the medium color on the eyelid. "You don't have to look like a cancer patient when you're going through your treatment, and that's part of this program-to make you feel better," she told the women. (Avon Grove Sun, PA)
Grow Flowers in Pots and Planters Mar 1, 2007
Guide to Success Planting & Growing Annual Flowers in Containers. Enjoy colorful blooms wherever you want them all summer. (Suite101.com)
Colored Evergreen Shrubs Feb 19, 2007
Photinia prefers sun or light shade and moist but well-drained soil that is slightly acidic. Photinia dadividana undulate grows to about 5 tall and the variety undulate prostrata only reaches about 3 tall unless trained up a wall or fence because of its sprawling nature. (Suite101.com)
