Garden Design

10 Plants That Are More Heat-Tolerant And Easier To Grow Than Hydrangeas

With their vibrant colors and big, fluffy flowers, hydrangeas are popular for a reason, but they don't hold up in heat well. You can try one of these instead.

Hakone Grass Is A Low-Maintenance Way To Take Your Landscaping Up A Notch

Landscaping can be meticulous and overwhelming. Enter Hakone grass: an ornamental perennial that's easy to grow and requires little care. Plus, it looks great.

8 Common Backyard Features That Attract Snakes Into Your Yard

As gardeners, we're nature lovers, but there are some guests we might not love having so close to us. Here's how to avoid rolling out the red carpet for snakes.

All The Benefits Of Having A Sensory Garden In Your Backyard

When you think about your garden, it isn't just a still image. It's an experience in 3D that brings you peace. Try building a sensory garden to lean in to that.

The Refreshing Feature That's Great For Attracting Hummingbirds To The Garden

You might have a feeder out, or maybe you've planted hummingbird-friendly flowers in your garden, too. But one refreshing yard feature could attract even more.

7 Best Base Ingredients For Thriving Raised Garden Beds

Get a head start on your perfect raised garden bed by picking a solid base ingredient. There are seven options to consider before you even begin planting.

5 Garden Vegetables You Don't Want Growing Near Your Cucumbers

Cucumbers may be a summer staple, but you have to plan your garden well around them. Avoid these 5 garden vegetables to get the healthiest cucumbers you can.

Add Color To A Shade Garden With A Flower Pollinators Can't Get Enough Of

One of the biggest challenges in a shade garden is getting enough color mixed in. Try this plant for color and a flower pollinators can't get enough of.

Reuse Thrifted Glass For Stunning Decor & Amazing Effects In The Garden

For a a gorgeous effect in your garden, consider using glassware from a thrift store to create a stunning piece of DIY decor and make your yard art stand out.

Planting This Easy-To-Grow Tree Will Add A Lovely Tropical Feel To Your Yard

A yard with a tropical theme looks lovely, but some plants can be difficult to maintain. Consider this beautiful, easy-to-grow flowering tree as an alternative.

How To Reuse Old Mugs To Make Charming Planters For The Garden

Pots can get expensive, especially if you're looking for several decorative items for your garden. Here's how you can reuse old mugs to make cute planters!

The Cheery Flowering Perennial That Will Elevate Your Patchy Garden

If your perennial garden looks great except for a few patchy spots, then it's time to get a nice low-growing, flowering perennial to fill the void with ease.

The Right Height To Hang Your Hummingbird Feeder In The Garden

So you have your feeder and the right food, and you're ready to feed some hummingbirds. Find out the right height to hang your hummingbird feeder in the garden.

The Flowering Plant That's Inviting Unwanted Mosquitoes Into The Garden

There are pros and cons to tropical temperatures: you get to grow tropical plants but you have to deal with mosquitoes. This flowering plant may be a problem.

Plant This Fragrant Herb Near Your Garden Gate To Keep Pests Away

The garden gate is as much a part of your garden as it is a boundary. If you don't want this spot overrun with mosquitos, try planting this fragrant herb.

The Benefits Of Leaving A Dead Tree In Your Yard That You May Not Know

That dead tree in your yard might not warrant a call to an arborist just yet. While there are still hazards, there are also plenty of benefits to leaving it.

Shady Conditions Aren't A Problem For This Unique White Wildflower

When growing in shadier conditions, you aren't restricted to the most popular offerings at the garden center. This white wildflower is perfect for the shade!

Common Gravel Landscaping Mistakes You Want To Avoid Making

Gravel is a popular choice for landscaping for good reason. However, while building those walkways and driveways in your yard, avoid these common mistakes.

Avoid This Type Of Mulch If You Don't Want Your Garden Looking Outdated

Nobody wants a yard that looks dated. Unfortunately, this common mulch type is increasingly falling out of style in garden design. Avoid it in your landscaping.

Save Your Old Bricks & Use Them To DIY Your Own Unique Outdoor Decor

There's no need to toss any old bricks. Instead, you should reuse and recycle with this unique DIY project that will add stunning outdoor decor to your yard.

Should You Plant Basil And Sage Together In Your Garden?

Having an herb garden is such a delight, and it makes sense to grow similar herbs together as companion plants. But when it comes to basil and sage, should you?

Why You Should Start Growing Lungwort Next To Hostas In Your Garden

If you've already got hostas growing in your shade-loving garden, there's another spring-flowering perennial you should consider planting as well: lungwort.

Benefits Of Backyard Stock Tank Pools You'll Wish You Knew Sooner

It may seem like everyone is getting a backyard stock tank pool for their outdoor space ... and there's a good reason (and so many benefits) for why that is.

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