Building a good landscape is a lot like making a beautiful painting. It's all about creating a good composition with dynamic shapes, textures, and colors. And if there's one color that can make a ...

These trees and shrubs provide food for wildlife while adding some welcome color to the winter landscape.

PYRACANTHA -- The pyracantha shrub is popular because of its abundance of red berries that seem to drip off the branches in heavy clusters. (Photo by MSU Extension Service/Gary Bachman) Fall weather ...

Flowering bushes add elegance and sophistication to gardens and lawns. After all, who doesn't love a pop of color amid the monotony of all that greenery? While they may seem daunting, especially if ...

Winter gardens often get a bad rap. Snow, frost, and bare branches usually scream “dormant” rather than “dramatic.” But for some shrubs, winter is their time to shine. While most plants retreat into ...

Want to liven up your winter landscape? If these dreary, winter days lack color and interest in your garden, consider planting winterberry. While their bright-red berries are well known as a festive ...

The arrival of fall signals the end of peak growing season and a shift from the sizzling heat of summer to cooler temps. Say so long and farewell to your brightest blooms, because now it’s time for ...

Relaxing by the pool is most enjoyable when the poolside landscape is on point. The best plants to put around a pool are those with low maintenance needs, that doesn’t make a mess and can withstand ...