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 ...

From simple to classic to surreal, we take a closer look at innovative garden designs that are out of the ordinary. Whether ...

These days, habitat gardens are all the rage among eco-conscious Californians. They add native plants to their yards, patios or even balconies to provide food and shelter for wildlife. But here’s the ...

With summer in full swing, we're soaking up every bit of sun by spending as much time as possible in our gardens, and whether you're lucky enough to have a sizeable outdoor space or a much smaller ...

Water can help your garden feel more tranquil—and it can encourage birds and other wildlife to spend more time in your yard. Adding a water feature can sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be.

You know that feeling…when the day’s noise fades and you hear water, even just a trickle. Instantly, the space around you feels different. Not bigger, exactly. Just more yours. And it’s not about size ...

We are instinctively drawn to the life-giving power of water. Its presence connotes safety and health, and there is something mesmerizing about the music of its sound and dance of its movement. Simply ...

Living in the desert means being used to little water in our environment. But the human need for seeing and hearing water flowing is fairly universal, and this desire has been the core of garden ...

These are the garden ideas experts say will define how we grow, relax and future-proof our outdoor spaces in 2026.

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 ...

Stormwater that runs off buildings and paved streets frequently carries high levels of pollutants into rivers and lakes, some of which serve as sources of drinking water. Rain gardens, green ...