Thermal garden design is the big new trend for 2026 that aims to offer a solution to extreme heat. An aesthetic response to hotter summers and climate change, designers are using a combination of ...

Smart landscaping choices are essential in areas with wildfire risk. We all know that wildfires are an increasingly common concern in many parts of the world, even in areas where they have not been an ...

A garden design expert shares how to create beautiful mixed borders and other classic cottage-style details. As people look for sustainable alternatives to perfectly manicured yards, English gardens ...

Here's what you need to turn an enclosed outdoor space into a courtyard haven. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She ...

Stacking stones is an easy way to create a natural garden edge that adds depth to your space while clearly separating your plant area from your yard. It works especially well in informal gardens where ...

With the weather warming up and spring blooms beginning to reveal themselves, now is the perfect time to scheme a garden—whatever size you’re working with. Read on for small garden design tips for the ...

As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...

For Kochiss, one of his favorite whimsical additions in the garden are topiaries and espalier trees. A staple in many formal ...

Every block has one house that shines a little brighter than the others, and with these DIY landscaping ideas, that property can be yours. Whether you’re after curb appeal or crave an oasis of an ...