"AI can be useful in landscape design under different circumstances," writes columnist Tom Karwin. "If you already have a ...

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On an old lot, new owners envisioned an urban wildlife sanctuary for year-round beauty. When Jo Clifton and Roger Duncan bought the old property next door, they envisioned an urban wildlife sanctuary.

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If you’re dreaming of a backyard that your kids will love but that also looks inviting for adults, you’re not alone.

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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. Haley ...

Most gardeners consider color and bloom time as the two most important factors when planning a garden. These are certainly important considerations. However, sometimes it’s the subtler touches that ...

Smart landscaping choices are essential in areas with wildfire risk. We all know that wildfires are an increasingly common concern in many parts of the world, even in areas where they have not been an ...

The concept is to highlight the plants' beauty in different stages during each part of the year, even when they're withering.