Growing Trees, Shrubs & Grasses

Discover the versatile beauty and carefree nature of ornamental grasses.

Following these five simple tips will give you a lush grassy lawn that may leave your neighbors green with envy.

Learn the basics for enjoying rich, beautiful colors in your backyard this fall.

Not only do dogwoods trees have good looks, they also attract wildlife. Add a beautiful tree to your yard for...

Attract more birds with these small trees and shrubs that provide food and shelter in all seasons. These varieties are...

Fall is in the air and summer blooms are beginning to fade, but the garden is far from being finished

Living in the Desert Southwest, I am always grateful when September comes around and the summer heat begins to abate.

There is nothing that says spring is here as formerly leafless fruit trees covered in blossoms. What makes it even

Have you ever had a favorite damaged by a storm or severe cold temperatures?  Was the damage so bad that

If you’re a fan of ornamental grasses, Muhly Grass (Muhlenbergia capillaris syn. M. filipes) is one you simply must have. A foolproof

Ornamental grasses are popular in gardens, and for good reason. Taller varieties add texture and interest, while lower growing species

I love using plants in my garden that look beautiful, without having to ‘fuss’ over them.  They are what I

I have a few ornamental grasses in my yard — Blue Fescue, Ribbon Grass and Switch Grass. I’ve been on

Who doesn’t love to take a dip in the pool on a hot summer’s day?  I certainly do.  But I

Perhaps no image is more representative of the southern outdoors than a giant live oak dripping with Spanish moss. When

Globe Mallow is one of my favorite native shrubs.  It brings a ‘cottage garden’ look and feel to my desert

I must admit that I am getting a bit tired of looking at my brown, frost-damaged shrubs and perennials.  Like