Denser than other hardwoods and sporting beautiful coloration, mesquite makes a fine material for flooring, countertops, furniture and more

Mesquite, cherry and white oak harmonize beautifully in an Austin family's warm and modern home

Rooted in architecture from the 1800s, this award-winning home mixes history with the vernacular of today

If you live in one of the arid or semiarid regions of the U.S. Southwest, this gardening zone guide is for you

Learn the pros and cons of gas versus charcoal grills, and about neat add-ons that let you do more

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Blue palo verde's trunk and branches provide a beautiful backdrop to a spectacular spring show in the desert

Skinny shoestring acacia makes an effective drought-tolerant screen where winters are relatively mild

Got a hot spot in your garden where plants often die? Try these tough shrubs that add beauty while shrugging off the heat