Bright yellow flowering spikes decorate this popular aloe from late winter into spring, much to the delight of hummingbirds

Plant this Dr. Seuss-like evergreen for an added character in your garden

This low-maintenance, high-impact houseplant fits in with any design and can clear the air, too

Leaf blowers, trucks or noisy neighbors driving you berserk? These sound-reduction strategies can help you hush things up

Forget luck. Having bamboo that thrives on a wee plot just takes planning, picking the right variety, and keeping runners in check

West Coast natives: The blue flowers of drought-tolerant ceanothus draw the eye and help support local wildlife too

Great design stimulates all the senses, including touch. Check out these great uses of texture, then let your fingers do the walking

Bright spring foliage, pretty summer flowers, white berries in winter ... Symphoricarpos albus is a sight to behold in every season

Pluck these herbs from a windowsill pot or a garden for a Thanksgiving meal that sings with fresh flavor