Tree Highlights

Are some parts of your property largely shaded by dense evergreens or tall buildings? Even without full sun exposure in your yard, you can still plant trees—you simply need to select a...

Summer Tips

Summer heat means high utility bills, especially in hot, desert climates. One of the most effective ways to lower your cooling costs is to shield your home against the unrelenting summer...

Whether you’re looking to fill in a flower bed’s bare spots or replace some of your lawn with something that requires less maintenance than grass, ground cover is a great option. Ground...

If you want to add impact to your home’s landscaping, there’s nothing quite like a flowering tree. A tree that flowers can provide shade that comes with eye-catching color that makes a big...

Are you thinking about adding some vines to your landscaping? Consider carefully before you jump in, understanding that not all vines are the same. Some provide excellent groundcover while...

Adding shrubs to your landscaping helps make your property look more welcoming and friendly. Shrubs are great for adding beauty, color, texture, and character to your landscape, providing...

The Carolina Cherry is a heat-loving, ornamental evergreen tree that thrives in Southern and Southwestern states. The dark, glossy leaves form a dense privacy screen when grown as a hedge,...

Hedges are like living architecture, good for increasing security, privacy, and wind protection on your property. They can even serve as “walls” to divide outdoor living spaces into...

While plenty of foliage stays green during the Southern and Southwestern winter, you can brighten up your yard even more by planting spring flowers. Here are some popular spring-blooming...

The San Pedro cactus is an ideal accent plant that adds character and interest to any landscape in hardiness zone 10a or higher. It grows in a columnar shape with striking, ribbed branches...