Here are some tips for designing a garden full of fragrance. Read Article
The Fragrant Garden
Garden Design
Planting Along a Pathway
What do you recommend for planting along a pathway?
Spacing Different Plants
How far apart should I space different plants? Read Article
Bringing Garden Design Indoors
Apply some principles of garden design to your houseplants for a great winter display. Read Article
Bulb Calculator
Wondering how many bulbs to buy to fill a certain area? Use these bulb calculations. Read Article
Fire Pit Plantings and Safety
Fall is a great time to enjoy a fire pit. Here are ideas for landscaping around a fire pit, plus safety tips. Read Article
Gardening With Wildlife
No matter where you garden, you very likely share your space with some kind of wildlife. Here are some of our favorite articles and resources for attracting beneficial wildlife and deterring animals that cause damage.
Garden Design in Black and White
There are many factors to consider when choosing plants for your garden. Once you’ve narrowed the list to plants that do well in your environment, it’s common to start choosing plants by the color of their flowers or foliage. However, some garden designers argue that it’s better to choose plants first by shape, then worry about color. Read Article
Suggestion of Water
Here’s a great way to suggest a water feature in your yard or garden without actually putting one in. Read Article
Ornamental Herbs
These plants are typically thought of as culinary herbs, but they have ornamental features for mixed gardens as well. Read Article
Keep It Interesting
What’s an easy way to make sure my perennial garden looks interesting from spring through fall? Read Article