Easy-to-grow shrubs for small gardens and containers include dwarf varieties, flowering shrubs, and compact evergreens such ...

Lush, expansive gardens are a dream – but not everyone has the luxury of a large outdoor space. The good news is that with a bit of know-how, even the tiniest corner can be transformed into a vibrant ...

From tomatoes and peas to herbs and flowers, compatible plant pairings improve growth, deter pests and make the most of limited space.

No matter how small, think of your garden as an extension of your home. Ask yourself: What can be removed to make it less complicated? Once you settle on an overall theme, you can build the garden in ...

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 ...

Gardens can be really beautiful places, full of color and interest, that bring peace and joy to those who tend and visit them. But, gardens can also serve purposes far beyond their beauty. Gardens can ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Perfect for tight spaces, this creative idea allows you to plant in a portable and rustic container. With minimal effort, you’ll ...

Urban areas don’t lend a land for growing your own plants and vegetables, but it’s not impossible to do so with this list of the most profitable plants for aquaponics, small gardens and backyard ...

Outsmart hungry deer with this stunning plant collection. Discover gorgeous shrubs that resist deer browsing. Learn how to use these deer resistant plants to add color and texture to the garden.

If you don’t have a large space for a vegetable garden, or you are looking to maximize vegetable, herb and flower production in a small space, the square-foot gardening method may be for you. A square ...

Tom Hickey calls the small cottage gardens that surround his east side home his Garden of Eden. “When we walk out into our garden, all the shrubs and trees make it feel like we are enclosed in an area ...

They may be pretty, but invasive shrubs crowd out native plants and ruin local ecosystems in your backyard. Keep these ...