Among these cold-tolerant hydrangeas are varieties with pinky-red and green blooms, while others are resistant to those pesky deer and rabbits in your yard.

Pink, blue, purple, or white, we love our hydrangeas in the South, even though our climate can be challenging for some varieties. One way to compensate for our somewhat sweltering temperatures is to ...

Hydrangea macrophylla (Bigleaf Hydrangea): This variety is most commonly affected by soil pH. It includes both Mophead and Lacecap types. The color change is most dramatic in these hydrangeas.

Green, leafy vegetables such as kale, lettuce and cabbage are fairly easy to grow. But when you harvest leaf crops, cut only the outer leaves to keep them producing. KIMBERLY P. MITCHELL MCT file The ...