Mediterranean-type shrubs such as cistus, lavender and phlomis are best confined to banks and raised beds in clay gardens.

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Lovers of old and antique garden tools, prized for their ergonomic design and hard-wearing good looks — not to mention the ...

With most of the leaves and summer annuals, fall color is all but gone, however there is one plant with a vast display of ...

Brown and green plant material provide your compost bin with much-needed nutrients. However, certain plants can contaminate ...

Best Plants for Porch Landscaping Plants for porch landscaping do more than look pretty—they help frame your home and set the ...

If you don't already have a hummingbird garden, there are so many reasons (like gorgeous flowers) you'll want one. Here are ...

Marianne Binetti provides practical gardening insights for the Pacific Northwest. Her articles focus on seasonal plant care ...

Looking to add some greenery to your living space but don’t have a huge yard? Container gardening opens up a world of ...

The cheeriness of blooming plants can brighten the gloomiest of days, especially during the winter months. How can we bring those beautiful flowers indoors and continue the happiness all season long?

Late fall is an ideal time to prune many trees and shrubs because their branch structure is visible after the leaves have ...

While some might think of gardening as an activity for just the warmer months, experienced gardeners and plant lovers ...