You don't need to grow big flowering shrubs to attract hummingbirds. This pink-flowering groundcover will do the trick while ...

Some plants simply don’t belong in this area, don’t provide resources for insects or birds, and they smother or crowd out ...

There are places in the home landscape where grass simply struggles to survive. Think about those weedy or extremely shady spots.

Creeping thyme ( Thymus spp.) is a fast-growing herbaceous perennial in the mint family. The low-growing plant, also called ...

Want fewer weeds and less work? This guide showcases five amazing ground cover plants that not only look great but also naturally suppress unwanted growth. Transform your garden into a low-maintenance ...

Not all plants require deadheading. Save time in the garden without sacrificing blooms by growing plants that you don’t need ...

Cascading plants can transform ordinary window boxes into layered displays full of texture, color, and movement while helping ...

Poisonous plants are encroaching on Asia's grasslands, but scientists have found that they could help save the ecosystem.

By Pam Rosendal, Colorado Master Gardener. By all reports, the number of people engaged in birdwatching has doubled in recent years. Research finds that birdwatchers feel less str ...

It doesn’t mean that we need to wait for the risk of frost to pass before starting our gardening projects. There’s plenty that can be done. One of the first tasks is to take stock of what is happening ...

Ground covers are important as part of landscaping design. They serve as an alternative to grass and can help fill in areas with exposed soil in your yard. Ground covers help protect the soil, reduce ...