Make the most of every inch of your yard. In a small garden, choose plants and landscaping features that are appropriately sized for your yard—like dwarf trees or smaller plant beds. Be smart about ...

There is nothing more satisfying for a vegetable gardener than sitting down to a summer meal to enjoy the fruits (and vegetables) of your labor. We endure the challenging work needed to have a ...

Add mulch: Fall-planted perennials are susceptible to heaving out of the soil in the freeze-and-thaw cycles during their ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

From full-sun bloomers to shade-friendly favorites, Home Depot's perennial selection offers year-round beauty and reliable ...

A garden decorated with thoughtful details like fairy lights, cozy seating, and a touch of water can look luxurious without ...

If you don’t have a large space for a vegetable garden, or you are looking to maximize vegetable, herb and flower production in a small space, the square-foot gardening method may be for you. A square ...

Once upon a time, Southern California was full of homes with yards full of gardens. Growing food was a given for many families, especially during the lean times such as the Great Depression and World ...

The backyard garden isn’t exactly a mainstay in Las Vegas, but the growth of gardening’s popularity around the country has certainly found its way to the valley. Many homeowners now experiment with ...

An autumn display of mums, straw bales, pumpkin and ornamental squash dress up this landscape. Courtesy Melinda Myers. Cooler temperatures ...

Limited garden space can be overcome by using containers, raised beds and vertical gardening techniques. Containers are ideal for small spaces and can be moved to follow the sun, but require frequent ...