Retaining walls take ample planning and strong landscaping knowledge, so be sure of your DIY skills if you plan on building ...

Best Plants for Porch Landscaping Plants for porch landscaping do more than look pretty—they help frame your home and set the tone for what’s inside. Mix textures, colors and shapes for a front yard ...

Landscaping your front yard isn't all about the plants and flowers you choose to grow. Rocks of all shapes and sizes can also be used widely as a landscaping device, adding interest, contrast and ...

One of the most important considerations when choosing front yard privacy landscaping is to select hardscaping and plants that will accentuate your home’s facade rather than hide it. Resist the ...

And vice versa. You’ve heard it before: Choose the right plant for the right place, Cervoni says. Always read the plant tag or description before buying a plant so you give it the conditions it needs ...

Saguaro and senita cacti, and red-blooming Tecoma stans, boast appealing colors and textures in a resilient desert garden. Learn to choose the right plants for a drought-tolerant landscape front yard ...

Soft details like flowers, grasses, and shrubs all get plenty of attention when landscaping a yard, but don’t underestimate the power of rock. From large stones that serve as focal points to loose ...

Is it modern or Mediterranean? Does it convey a cottage aesthetic, or is it a classic colonial? Your landscape should serve as an extension of the style of your home, so think yard improvements that ...

Ground cover plants creep and spread attractively; they can act as a colorful statement or soften the appearance of a lawn-free yard. They grow no more than 3 feet above the ground and are easy to ...

Homeowners looking for ideas on how to landscape their homes that are beautiful and water-smart can find new inspiration at University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Botanic Gardens. Extension recently ...