Whether you want to start from scratch or improve an existing site, designing a landscape can be one of the most rewarding and enlightening projects you’ll ever do. And dreaming of spring can really ...

Are you ready to convert your thirsty lawn to a beautiful array of low-water plants? Have you had your fill of the “crazy quilt” approach to planting? Do you wonder why some gardens seem perfect in ...

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

Mark is a seasoned green industry veteran and freelance writer based in Georgia. His work encompasses all things garden, landscape, home improvement, and DIY, with a focus on sustainability. Mark ...

Wonky paths and unlined beds can quickly cause your landscape to appear unkempt or make it look like an afterthought. “Keep crisp and clean bed lines,” says Millhouse. “Strong curves and straight ...

Haley Mast is a freelance writer, fact-checker, and small organic farmer in the Columbia River Gorge. She enjoys gardening, reporting on environmental topics, and spending her time outside ...

Many traditional home landscapes feature vast areas of under-utilized space, such as large turf grass lawns. Sustainable sites feature spaces for human enjoyment, considering opportunities to design ...

MILAN, Ill. (KWQC) -Emily Swihart, University of Illinois Extension Educator of Horticulture, shares valuable tips and insights on the basics of landscape design as a part of home improvement week.