Plant wild white indigo in central and southeastern U.S. gardens for its large white flower heads and early-spring interest

Cup plant provides structure, cover, food and water to help attract and sustain wildlife in the eastern North American garden

Beneficial insects go wild for this drought-tolerant plant’s summer flowers, while seed heads feed critters foraging in the cold

Use sculptures, fences and other structures to draw the eye to a bare-bones landscape

Look for mining bees (Andrena) pollinating woodland wildflowers in U.S. gardens this spring

Take advantage of nature, budget-friendly sources and almost-free artwork to create a look that's warm and sleek

For distinctive looks and easy care in a shade garden, go for North American native Polystichum munitum

Beauty is its own reward, but the benefits of planting the right tree in the right place go way beyond looks

These shade-loving ground covers are good for the environment and say something about where you are

It's OK to like them just for their looks, but these flowers, trees and greens have a tasty side too