In the yard, a retaining wall serves a very simple purpose: to hold soil back to better utilize the terrain. From foot-high garden borders to towering walls that enclose an entire property, retaining ...

Bring color to your garden's shady spots with these annuals that do best without a lot of sunlight. ErikAgar / Getty Images Having a shaded yard doesn't mean you can't enjoy the beauty of plants and ...

Want to fill your sunny patio with vivid hues? From contrasting color schemes to monochromatic looks, these flower ...

Every gardener has favourite plants, those varieties that are a must-have every year in the garden. One of mine is the lowly lobelia, a plant that I began using in great profusion in my first garden ...