Landscaping with evergreens is the backbone of most garden spaces. Conifers are the stars of that group, including pines, firs, spruces, cedars and sequoias. However, landscaping with conifers can be…
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Using Architectural Plants in the Garden
I’m a big fan of good garden design, and architectural plants can go a long way towards curing any design flaws your garden is suffering from. Why? Because one of…
Design an Island Bed
Island beds are a great solution for a garden that lacks a focal point, and an easy way to add color and texture to a large expanse of boring lawn….
Foliage not Flowers!
Your garden doesn’t have to be a flamboyant display of bright blooms to be a “garden”. In fact, some of the most interesting gardens in the world rely on foliage…
The Top Trees for Small Gardens
Fall is the best time to plant trees in your garden, and many of us are having an increasingly hard time choosing trees for our smaller yards and homes. Some…
Don’t Cut Those Grasses! The Mistake Even Pros Make
Ornamental grasses are popular in both home and commercial landscaping, and with good reason. They are an attractive way to add texture, height and contemporary style to any landscape or…
Beautiful Backyards: Inspiration for Garden Lovers!
We all would love to have a magazine worthy beautiful backyard! It’s possible for a DIY’er, if you tackle it one project at a time. Use these photos to inspire…
Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes Growing Mums
Mums, or Chrysanthemums, are one of the most popular and classic fall flowers for the garden of all time. With good reason! They come in a wide array of colors,…
Modern Trends: Cactus Garden Ideas & Tips
If your vision of growing cactus involves a dry desert look, think again. Cactus and succulents are one of the hottest garden trends going on right now, and we all…
How to Refresh Your Tired Summer Garden
Once July and August roll around in the garden, it’s really common for the “bloom to come off the rose” so to speak. In other words, our gardens can get…
5 DIY Garden Ideas for Wood Pallets
Everywhere you look thee days, one thing is clear – everyone is using wood pallets for DIY projects! It makes sense. You can up-cycle and get something cool for free……