Soft, velvety purple spikes gracefully arch over the gray-green foliage of Mexican bush sage in spring through fall in western U.S. gardens

The simple, honest daisy is this writer’s go-to garden flower. We want to hear which plant, flowering or otherwise, gives you special joy

Bring rich texture and contrast to a dark woodland landscape with wonderfully diverse ferns

From new annual and perennial varieties to grasses, get dramatic with swaths of color

Tall purple blooms bridge color gaps, contrast round flower forms and make for intriguing masses in the landscape

Whether you live in the arid desert or the humid South, you'll likely find this deer-resistant beauty as irresistible as winged creatures do

This native California ground cover thrives with little water on grassy slopes, under trees or in patio containers

To draw those mesmerizing little birds to your garden or doorstep, plant these flowers that are attractive in more ways than one

Provide nesting, watering and perching spots inspired by the Costa Rican jungle and watch the birds flock on over

Create a garden that not only looks beautiful but also nurtures native bees — and helps other wildlife in the process