Increase monarch butterfly populations in California by planting stunning native milkweeds

Quit cringing. This not-weed plant is a sight to behold in the garden, has a delicious vanilla scent and is a magnet for butterflies

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

Roll out a welcome mat for pollinators to keep your landscape in balance and thriving

Go ahead, be a rebel. Breaking rules in the garden can lead to more happiness, creativity and connection with the earth

We need pollinators, and they increasingly need us too. Here, why and how to be a bee friend

Elbows and cell phones? Maybe. Forgetting to say 'thank you'? No way. Our mealtime etiquette guide takes the guesswork out of group dining

Consider the joys of an irregularly trimmed meadow lawn: It’s ecofriendly, visually interesting and still good for romping

Whether you favor contemporary, classic or beach reads, do the long and lazy days of summer bring out the lit lover in you?

See how wood warms the interior of this idyllic cabin getaway for art gallery owners