Perennials are the gift that keeps on giving, season after season, unlike annuals, which you have to plant every year. Some perennials are more carefree than others, though. For… See more

Plants adapted to their environments long before people did, so native species are a wise choice for the laid-back landscaper. Native plantsrequire less fertilizer, water, pesticides, … See more

Artificial grass has come a long way since your granddad’s Astroturf. Today’s synthetics, made of nylon or polymer, have varying heights and color gradations to look and feel mo… See more

What could be simpler than plants that keep their vivid, verdant color all year long? Put dwarf varieties into flower beds, set shrubs near your house to disguise the foundation, … See more