Consider these trees and shrubs live building blocks, providing structure and definition in even a small garden

Blend bold foliage and flowers to create a powerful combination that will hold its own even in the harsh light of midsummer

A simplified look at selecting plants for a rain garden

Get the effects of a shrub but in less time — and drawing more winged pollinators — with these herbaceous perennials

Consider increasing the size of garden beds, filtering rainwater and using plants to reduce energy use

Quit wasting money and time at the garden center. This checklist will ensure that the plants you're eyeing will stick around in your yard

Mix up the garden experience and let the flowers and shrubs play together

If you want showy flowers and drought tolerance, this succulent is right up your zone-5 alley

Get a peek at some exceptional Silicon Valley gardens and borrow ideas for your own landscape

Give red a rest. Let these daring hues take the spotlight instead for a rose garden that turns heads