Flowers, shrubs and plants are obvious additions to the garden, but where is the love for ornamental grasses? Ornamental grasses make for a striking addition to any garden, offering texture, movement ...

Planting ornamental grasses make a big impact in the backyard, with many varieties hardy and easy to grow, providing year-round interest. From tall and wispy varieties that sway beautifully in the ...

As common in commercial landscapes as it is in its prairie home, switch grass (Panicum virgatum) is incredibly versatile. Grasses are generally easy to grow, drought-tolerant and pest-resistant, and ...

Ornamental grass can beautify your surroundings, but unfortunately, one gorgeous and easily maintained option is also a haven for mice and other rodents.

Ornamental grasses refer to both true grasses and plants that have a grass-like appearance, such as sedges, that are used for similar purposes in gardens. The foliage of ornamental grasses provides ...

Many people take pride in and joy from their lush, green lawns, investing considerable care into weeding and seeding as the temperatures warm up. But growing a beautiful yard is more than just ...

Follow these pretty paths through lovely gardens. Who knows what delightful surprises you will discover at the end? The purpose of a garden path is to direct traffic though the beautiful array of ...

Lush, healthy grass is beautiful when it grows where you planted it, but its appearance is less exciting when it pops up uninvited in various places throughout your garden. Beyond aesthetics, grass ...

Ornamental grasses are tough, drought-tolerant plants that can add structure, texture and color to any garden. They come straight and tall, wide and wispy, even short and spiky. Some also add two ...

Back when I was a young landscape architecture student at Rutgers University in New Jersey, plant selection for the landscape trade was a little different than it is today. The legendary Bruce “Doc” ...

Here in the Pacific Northwest, summers are becoming drier and rain less predictable, prompting many gardeners to yearn for a more waterwise landscape. How can we reshape our landscapes to be more ...