There can be a certain mystique about rock gardens, a feeling that they’re somehow too exotic for the typical backyard gardener. “Rock gardening is very scary to a lot of people,” said Kevin Cretin, ...

Creeping phlox grow most successfully in well-drained soil, such as on a slope held back by rocks. They flower best in full sun. Courtesy photo The second week of April is green with new growth, so ...

Creeping phlox (Phlox subulata) is a perennial ground cover native to the Eastern U.S. It blooms in late spring for three to four weeks, is about five to six inches tall and spreads up to two feet ...

Not only do rock gardens add beauty and dimension to any outdoor space, they require little maintenance and can accommodate awkward or difficult landscapes (such as steep hillsides). No matter the ...

Lavender is one of the best plants to add to your rock garden ideas as it is hardy, low maintenance and thrives in poor soils. As a Mediterranean plant, it is naturally acclimatized to rougher, drier ...