The daring colors and low water needs of this tropical plant make it a favorite for injecting life into tired landscapes year-round

No, it doesn't actually produce honey. But its dappled light and tolerant nature are treats in city and country settings alike

Take a bright container, add a colorful succulent or two and have a professional, summery design in minutes

Perfume your garden with aromas from richly spicy to lightly sweet, without sacrificing an inch of color

Protect your privacy and keep deer at bay with a planting trio that turns a problem garden area into a highlight

If traditional garden art isn’t really your thing, plant living art instead

See 6 intricate designs from a California exhibition and get tips for building your own quilt collection

Want to add the beauty of roses to your garden? Find out which ones, from old-fashioned to modern, are right for you

Bring on the sun with these heat-loving succulent container gardens

Add a dramatic accent to a dry landscape with this striking desert plant silhouetted against the sky