Grow near walls in small gardens successfully by choosing heat-tolerant plants that thrive in sun-baked microclimates rather ...

Modern advancements when it comes to fruit trees now mean they can be enjoyed by gardeners in spaces of any size. Many dwarf types are now available, grafted onto rootstocks that will keep them ...

You don't need a large outdoor space to create a charming garden. These small garden ideas will inspire an upgrade to your ...

Whether you have a small yard or even just a petite patio space, it's possible to still grow trees to add depth, color, and interest. Love the look of stately birch and magnolia trees, but don't have ...

Have you ever stared at your tiny garden on a blazing summer day, secretly wishing the plants could water themselves while ...

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 ...

Today, as many landscapes are ever-shrinking, narrow trees might be just the thing for your garden. Trees with a slender growth habit will not take up as much horizonal space while still giving you ...

You don't need a lot of space to grow beautiful fruits and berries. Here are a few that can be produce beautifully in a container garden every year. Blueberries are beautiful shrubs that stay small ...

When I lived in New York City, the view from my kitchen window was framed by a tremendous scarlet oak (Quercus coccinea) who towered over the brick homes below — a 150-year-old remnant from before the ...

Katherine Martinko is an expert in sustainable living. She holds a degree in English Literature and History from the University of Toronto. Whether it’s leaving hollow plant stems as nesting sites or ...

Find the best shade and small trees for South Texas yards, plus how CPS Energy's rebate can help cover planting costs.

The trees surrounding Wheatland tower overhead, yet in one corner, the plants can be crushed by the tiniest feet. Here, in the dwarf conifer garden, a circle of twigs surrounds a 5-inch tall ...