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Distinctive colored pads and yellow flowers make this cactus a favorite in Southwestern gardens

Photographers transform their barren backyard into an oasis filled with fruit, vegetables, honey, eggs and more

Water restrictions making your garden look washed out? Give it living color with unthirsty grasses, flowers and succulents

Before you pluck and rake, consider wildlife, the health of your plants and your own right to relax

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

Witness the facelifts, paint jobs and other changes that turned these homes from drab to fab

Potted plants add life and beauty to a room. Learn easy ways to keep them healthy

Are your room designs suffering from a few old habits? It may be time to change your ways

Houseplants add so much to our homes — and can thrive when grown in the right conditions. Keep these tips in mind