Plus, the classic plant designers say people shouldn’t ditch.

As landscaping costs rise, these projects offer lessons in making smart design decisions—whether you’re looking to spend ...

First impressions start before guests even walk through the front door, which means having your landscape shipshape is of the utmost importance. Even if you’re following the lazy lawn trend for a more ...

Your driveway is one of the first things people notice about your home, so why not make it stand out? With the right landscaping techniques, you can transform your driveway into a beautiful and ...

When it comes to designing your landscape and implementing your backyard ideas, work smarter, not harder with low-maintenance landscaping. “A traditional American lawn takes tons of maintenance and ...

A moss garden is an easy and sustainable way to add versatility to your landscape. In this article, Jennifer Miree Cope explains how to create and care for a moss garden. There are dozens of different ...

SAN DIEGO — Drought conditions are nothing new to Californians, but new statewide restrictions on water use may finally be pushing some residents to reconsider their landscaping. Across the Golden ...

Having an ecologically responsible landscape doesn’t mean you need to get rid of your favorite plants: “It’s about letting things in.” By Margaret Roach If you want to gauge the effect of a planting ...

Bamboo trees stand tall in this Japanese garden. Photo by Kevin Legnon. Noted for its minimalist style, natural landscape and tranquil nature, the Japanese garden is as much art as it is science. To ...

Often drawing from ancient philosophies of Buddhism and Taoism, a Japanese garden emphasizes harmony, restraint, and a carefully curated sensory experience. While these green spaces have long captured ...