With such a wide range to choose from, there’s a beautiful Japanese maple to suit almost any setting

Plants, pests and even weeds have a place in this landscape, which offers an edible bounty and a feast for the eyes

Contemporary furnishings and bold color brighten a family home on Washington's Mercer Island

Make the most of the natural light your house does have — and learn to appreciate some shadows, too

Follow these tips for using different kinds of plants as living privacy screens

Go for high impact with the spectacular foliage, over-the-top florals or iconic profiles of these hand-picked tropical favorites

Create a tasteful tableau for all to admire with a fountain, gate, statue or other eye-catcher

Lush, vivid and a considerate provider of snacks for wildlife, this deciduous vine is especially spectacular in a fall garden

From the banal to the downright bizarre, these uncovered artifacts may get you wondering what may be hidden in your own home

Trade weedy dirt and trash for a parking strip filled with wispy grasses, low-growing flowers and textural trees