Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Pollyanna Wilkinson’s new book, How To Design A Garden, strives to demystify some of the simple tricks the designer uses every day ...

These common design blunders amplify the impression of tight quarters. Here’s what to do instead. Design your garden with simple, strong shapes and lines, avoid cluttered curves, and add variegated ...

Every spring my husband and I head to local garden centers to buy a few plants to fill spots in our garden and buy annuals for summer containers. Like many plant lovers, we always depart from our list ...

The latest Ground Rules column looks at how to prepare for a year-round garden.

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. If you ...

Dividing your garden into defined areas is a lovely way to get the most from your outdoor space. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and ...

Garden trees that have grown too large.Trees that have become difficult to prune every year.Trees that have become a burden to manage due to fallen leaves and branches.When you cut down such garden ...

Bamboo trees stand tall in this Japanese garden. Photo by Kevin Legnon. Noted for its minimalist style, natural landscape and tranquil nature, the Japanese garden is as much art as it is science. To ...

If you’re looking to take your garden’s design to the next level, a garden arch—also known as a garden arbor—makes a strong statement. Garden arches are easy to install, come in several unique styles, ...