Garden insects — from bumblebees to centipedes — play essential but often overlooked roles in pollination, decomposition and pest control that keep ecosystems thriving.

Rain gardens are practical and aesthetic additions most homes will benefit from, and if you're looking for inspiration, check ...

Winter heath earns its reputation the honest way: it keeps flowering when the weather refuses to cooperate. It stays reliable when nights bite. Even in cold climates, it holds pink or white blooms ...

Turning a boring, monoculture lawn into a lush garden full of native plants and even ponds takes some work, but the results ...

The healthiest and most climate-conscious food is local, and organic, and in-season. A vegetable garden in the backyard ticks ...

Smaller gardens and yards need smaller trees. These evergreen trees, both conifers and broadleaf, won't grow too tall. Learn more about medium-sized evergreen trees.

Planting dahlias in February is the perfect place to start for those keen to prepare for a year of beautiful garden blooms.

Flowers are a classic Valentine’s Day gift. Make them extra special by choosing your own stems and arranging them yourself.

Fragrant vines can make a yard feel cinematic, turning a plain fence into a wall of perfume and bloom. Here’s the catch: many of the most romantic climbers are also the most determined, spreading by ...

From tomatoes and peas to herbs and flowers, compatible plant pairings improve growth, deter pests and make the most of limited space.

Even if you have a courtyard or patio garden, scent can fill the air.