Vivacious orange flowers for you, nectar for the butterflies and bees. Asclepias tuberosa is worth planting for more reasons than one

Quit cringing. This not-weed plant is a sight to behold in the garden, has a delicious vanilla scent and is a magnet for butterflies

Hummingbirds and butterflies are not the only ones who will notice when you introduce a blaze of orange into your garden

See how simplicity, mystery and lessons from nature can help you create a rich garden experience at home

Get connoisseur cred and unique blooms with this uncommon plant. Bonus assets: It’s low maintenance and drought tolerant

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

Mesquite, cherry and white oak harmonize beautifully in an Austin family's warm and modern home

Furry white tongues that develop into seeds? That's just one of this bee-bringing summer perennial's many talents

Nourish butterflies and other winged creatures with the tubular flowers of Monarda fistulosa, a pretty pink native

Sure, it’s stunning in fall. But the spring buds, summer grapes and gnarled winter vines are gorgeous too