The term “chaos gardening” has been popping up a lot on social media. This growing trend is a relaxed and intuitive method of ...

No. Mowing “high” encourages the grass to grow taller, and tall grass quickly becomes thin grass. Thin grass weakens so that weeds can get started. It’s also more exposed to sun’s drying rays and ...

A native alternative to Japanese barberry is Fothergilla, a glorious spring-flowering shrub that thrives in sun or semi-shade. In particular, Amy recommends the Dwarf Fothergilla ( Fothergilla ...

Boxwood can happily grow in semi-shade, provided it gets a few hours of sunlight each day. Any container needs drainage holes and a well-draining potting mix, as plants struggle and the boxwood can ...

The second annual Parade of Gardens Southern Utah is taking place September 19-21. This self-guided tour features homes with ...

I know I want to catch the last days of summer. Your plants will be taking advantage of the warm soil and sunshine, too.

Simple backyard upgrades that create a peaceful, inviting retreat, turning small investments into a relaxing hideaway you’ll ...

Here’s a look at varieties featured during the 2025 Michigan Garden Plant Tour trials at Raker-Roberta's Young Plants and ...

Many of you lost trees, shrubs and flowers during the summer solstice storm. Now that the clean-up is well underway, you may ...

When Lena Astilli first bought her home outside of Denver, she had no interest in matching the wall-to-wall green lawns that dominated her block. She wanted native plants — ...

The good news is that all succulents can spend several of the warmer months outside. Those that are tender can be brought inside to enjoy during the chilly months with good natural light or grow ...

Their stately form and shade make them a popular choice in parks and landscapes. The Amelanchier, often called serviceberry, ...