Try this drought-tolerant stunner for its massive flower spikes that burst with purple, drawing butterflies and birds to the garden

There's plenty to do in your garden this month without mucking around in the mud. Think seeds and let the rain do its work

If you like an abundance of plants — and visits from birds, bees and butterflies — this may be the style of yard for you

Flowing curves made of ground covers, herbs and grasses to resemble a riverbed give landscapes movement and grace

Here are 3 situations where a garden may be a better idea than more turfgrass

From lawn daisies to topiaries, Houzz users share their backyard beauties

Bring billowing clouds of pink to your yard with this heat-tolerant, sun-loving ornamental grass

Keep your family safe by properly testing for and dealing with lead in old painted surfaces, water and soil

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

How they did it: Homeowners create a plan, stick to it and keep the neighbors (and wildlife) in mind