Whether you have a small suburban lot or a big, rambling yard, an outdoor space becomes infinitely more attractive and inviting with the addition of at least one gorgeous, shady tree. It's an element ...

Waiting a century for an oak to create shade in your yard is hard. However, the negative aspects of fast-growing trees make ...

Ever feel like your yard is missing something, but you’re not sure what? Tall plants could be the secret ingredient that ...

Over the years, we’ve been fostering mostly native plant species in our front and back yards, and on a lovely autumn day we decided to inventory them. With a pencil, paper, and a great plant ...

If you’re a human living on this planet, you should get to know Doug Tallamy, the entomologist and University of Delaware professor whose groundbreaking 2006 book, “Bringing Nature Home,” supercharged ...

We use terms such as landscaping for the design of plants in a yard and hardscaping for human-made elements that enhance the outdoor space. But did you know there is a fairly new term for planning a ...

KUTV — Creating a beautiful landscape in Utah can be tricky, especially with the state’s changing climate. Whether you’re a new homeowner or a long-time Utah resident, figuring out which plants will ...

Not all trees are made equal, and some of the most visually striking might actually be a menace in disguise, tearing up ...

LOS ANGELES — When Aurora Anaya bought her little art deco house on a corner lot in the small city of Whittier, she was excited about the chance to create her own garden. And then she met a man at the ...

Petscaping is a new term for designing outdoor landscapes with pet safety in mind. Many common plants, such as Sago palms and Coonties, are toxic to pets. Pet owners should research plants and create ...