You might not need as much space as you think to get this summer mainstay to spring up in your garden

Late summer and late winter are good times to plan and plant cool-season crops like salad greens, spinach, beets, carrots and peas

Consider these tips to get a healthy backyard crop that uses less water

You can lure bees, butterflies and birds into your yard with the right flowers and nesting spots

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

Carex can replace turfgrass in any spot, is low maintenance and adjusts easily. Add its good looks and you’ve got a ground cover winner

New project for a new year: Lose the turfgrass for energy savings, wildlife friendliness and lower maintenance

How they did it: Homeowners create a plan, stick to it and keep the neighbors (and wildlife) in mind

Work less, help the environment and foster connections by just saying no to typical turf

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