It's invasive, a nonnative and a poor insect magnet. Check out these better alternatives to butterfly bush in the garden

This home’s exterior fits the historic neighborhood, but its new, more modern floor plan fits the owners’ lifestyle

Thinking like a butterfly leads to fresh perspectives in the garden and in life

Not kicking up your heels anticipating rushes of spring color and garden catalogs? You’re not alone

Give ants their marching orders and send mosquitoes moseying, while creating a garden that draws pollinators and helpful eaters

Hummingbirds — unique to the Americas — zip through open landscapes seasonally or year-round. Here’s how to attract them

Create a garden that not only looks beautiful but also nurtures native bees — and helps other wildlife in the process

The sky's the limit for beautiful blues in your home's dining spaces; here's how to make it work

Have your cooking and your nice weather too, with a kitchen setup that embraces indoor-outdoor flow

Outsmart droughts with water-savvy plants and sustainable approaches that suit the landscape