The U.S. is a wildly diverse landscape. Consider how different the northern landscapes of Michigan and Minnesota are from the deserts of Texas and New Mexico, or the dense forests of the Northeast or ...

Whether you're growing shrubs for privacy, to add height to a garden space, to cover or hide an unsightly structure, or simply for the heck of it, a flowering shrub can be an easy way to get the best ...

When deciding on the best privacy plants for your landscape, you'll want to consider three characteristics of the type of hedge you're eyeing. Our experts walk you through the decision-making process.

There are so many benefits to gardening, including it being a relaxing and rewarding hobby, no matter what you choose to grow or where you’re growing it. But it takes some planning—and a lot of ...

Want privacy without putting up a fence? This beautiful flowering bush creates a lush, natural screen that turns your patio ...

The nonprofit group Wild Ones offers a free library of designs, with plants specific to your area — and you don’t have to be a member to use it. By Margaret Roach Turning your front yard into ...

Want to help create a greener future? Plant a tree. In case you need some convincing, here are some benefits of trees: Trees are a part of a healthy and sustainable landscape. With environmental ...

One of the most inspiring developments in landscape design today is the interest in supporting and growing native plants. While many traditional references in landscape design, like the gardens of ...

Welcome to the October edition of the L.A. Times Plants newsletter, with a list of this month’s plant-related activities and upcoming events. But first, let’s celebrate one of my favorite things about ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

If your trees, shrubs, and evergreens seem to be the same size now as when the season started – or worse yet, are spindlier or deteriorated – a rescue venture might be on your 2025 gardening horizon.