Crape Myrtle (Lagerstromia) In bush or tree form, crape myrtle is a show stopper with its panicles of crinkly flowers from mid-summer to fall. Blossoms come in white, pink, red, and purple, and the ...

Learn how to keep deer out of your garden with deer-resistant plants and effective fencing solutions for lasting protection.

As the Mountain Gardener, I often hear folks asking for trees that grow fast. You want shade, privacy, and beauty, and you ...

Hoover suggests starting with a simpler strategy: Growing plants that deer don’t enjoy eating. “Try to choose plants that ...

Cotoneasters (Cotoneaster spp.) are hardy, fire-resistant shrubs characterized by their thick, moisture-retaining leaves and low, spreading growth habit, which reduces flame height. Ranging from ...

When you're short on space in your landscape, it's vital to choose the right tree so it doesn't overwhelm your yard. Here are some to avoid and some to plant.

Oregon botanist Suzie Savoie uses wildflowers to transform home gardens into water-wise, fire-resistant pollinator havens.

Coral bells are the low-maintenance perennials that add color to the yard without showy flowers. These plants come in many ...

These are the 30 best perennials for shade that'll transform low-light gardens with vibrant colours, lush textures, and fragrant blooms.

Squirrels may look harmless while darting across the fence or posing on a tree branch, but once they find your garden, all ...

Are California native oaks part of your landscape? Let’s look at ways we can create gardens in and around oaks that preserve, ...

While it can be tempting to layer your garden with dozens of colorful plants, you should never underestimate the beauty of a white-flowering tree. These serene white blossoms give your eye a place ...