Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A stone retaining wall surrounding a flower garden. Rocks and stones are important in landscape design. They are practical for ...

Curb appeal is the first impression visitors get when arriving at your home. And while a lush green lawn and a picket fence aren't for everyone, ensuring your landscaping is clean and fresh is the key ...

Conventional lawns are the norm, even in areas that aren’t particularly suited for them — like here in Southern California. They’re expensive, high-maintenance and not the most environmentally ...

Natural stone paths look good in almost any landscape. They never go out of style like so many man-made paver materials. Like most things made of stone, they will stand the test of time if they’re ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... As reported in a recent column, I am transforming a small section of my garden. We had previously filled this garden bed with aeoniums, spuria irises and a ...

Contemporary landscapes rarely succeed by accident. Clean lines, controlled contrast, and intentional materials shape outdoor spaces that look calm, modern, and expensive—without feeling overdesigned.