Get knockout spring blooms on spiky stems by planting these bulbs before the ground freezes

Get beautiful blooms and herbs in summer by starting these choice garden picks from seed in spring

There's more to topdressing than shredded wood. Learn about mulch types, costs and design considerations here

They do more than pick pretty colors. Here's what decorators can do for you — and how you can help them

Put the beach reads away; these comfy spaces are creating a fall reading list. What books do they suggest to you?

Use the bright berries or branches of these cold-climate favorites for outdoor garden interest or container arrangements anywhere

Fiery bursts of red-orange flowers bring hot summer gardens to life, while this shrub's drought tolerance keeps the living easy

Grow Aquilegia canadensis in eastern perennial gardens or informal woodland plantings for its delicate foliage and uncommon red flowers

Purple flowers transform silvery, sun-loving Leucophyllum candidum, while its easy care may change your gardening routine

Ditch the mower and lower your water bill while creating a feast for the eyes with diverse plantings and gathering places