Our landscape goes through changes throughout the year, but every season offers unique gifts. In winter, the darkness gives us the chance to bring out our holiday lights. Even on a cloudy day, our homes can shine like a starry night. But if you need ideas to spark...
Bring your home to life for the holidays by decorating with real trees, evergreen boughs, poinsettias, houseplants, and porch planters. Living greenery exudes a scent, vitality, and feel that plastic decor can never duplicate. Their smells evoke fond memories, their...
Our patio is a cozy haven to enjoy in three seasons—sometimes four—and a key investment in our landscape. It’s the foundation of our backyard oasis, the place where we enjoy all of the surrounding beauty. Yet while we’re often focused on our plants, we can easily...
When the frost comes, it’s easy to wonder if we should be protecting our roses. In the past, putting them to bed was an important part of the fall routine. Today, many varieties are cold hardy to our climate. We can treat them like other shrubs—give them a healthy...
If you feel like a bit of a goldfish when you’re in your backyard, on display for all the neighbors to see everything you do, you probably want to find a way to add some privacy to your yard. Plants are one of the best ways to add privacy. Plants are...
Trees are almost always part of a landscaping plan for new housing developments or a single yard makeover. Sure, they look nice, but why should you plant a tree in your yard? Well, the truth is that trees are important for much more than just looking good. Trees...
