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

Buoyant, fire-resistant cork is popping up everywhere these days. Check it out on furnishings, finishes, accessories and more

Set this summer perennial up in a dry and sunny spot for blazing orange or red blooms into fall

Hummingbirds — unique to the Americas — zip through open landscapes seasonally or year-round. Here’s how to attract them

Drugs, sex, excess — the home design industry is rife with stories that will blow your mind, or at least leave you scratching your head

In Part 3 of our series examining the building permit process, we highlight 10 code requirements you should never ignore

Make a habitat using local materials to provide a home to the creatures that help our gardens

Hover, brush the floor or pool like Scarlett O'Hara's tears — we give you the lowdown on curtain length options

Be fearless, but follow some basic decorating strategies to achieve the best results