Both sunlight and shadow are representations of Christ. He is called the . . . Sun of Righteousness . On a hot summer day, one of the most refreshing places is a shaded bed of ferns and hostas. Although shaded gardens usually do not have the flamboyant colors of sunny garden borders, shaded areas are not just all greenery.
Tuberous begonias grow in deep shade and display some of the most vibrant colors found in flowers.
Deep blue gentians, bright yellow marsh marigolds, golden globe flowers, and rainbows of primroses all contribute cheery color to the shade garden, but it is the lovely, green foliage that provides the feeling of cool lushness. My gardens have varying degrees of shade provided by a variety of trees, shrubs, and buildings. Each kind of plant has its own needs and must be placed where it will receive the right amount of light and shade. God has provided for the needs of all, and He has created flowers to grow almost every place on earth in a wide variety of climates. Where there is solid shade all day long, the choice of plants that will grow well is limited.