Groundcovers like goutweed, lily-of-the-valley and periwinkle often begin as living carpets — uniform, green and deceptively ...

Groundcovers like goutweed, lily-of-the-valley and periwinkle often begin as living carpets — uniform, green and deceptively ...

Perennial plants survive from one growing season to the next, regrowing from their roots each spring. Discover gorgeous, fast-growing perennials that provide quick color and texture for shade gardens.

The city’s rooftops, courtyards, and backyards are transforming into living ecosystems that reflect a more mindful, ...

A long-lived perennial from the milkweed family, butterflyweed is native to much of North America. This drought-resistant ...

Q • I want to apply grass seed to fill in the dead areas of my lawn, but there are so many types of grass seed out there.

When choosing the right type of grass to plant for your lawn, consider the climate where you live, watering frequency, sun, ...

It’s a myth that red is the only color that truly captures a hummingbird’s attention. While they are certainly drawn to fiery ...

To fix dry patches caused by soil compaction, you can aerate your lawn using either of these two methods: Core aerate: One of ...

Growing plants in a dry climate can challenge even the most experienced gardeners. Dry conditions and drought affect a wide ...

Hardy fountain grass (Pennisetum alopecuroides) is another popular ornamental grass with an arching shape that grows feathery seed heads resembling bottle brushes. It’s another grass that is easy to ...

When fall rolls in, most folks reach for mums to fill their pots, but there are plenty of other cool-weather plants just waiting to shine including ornamental kale and cabbage. These varieties offer ...