Herbaceous borders can work very well as part of a relatively low maintenance, eco-friendly garden design. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, ...

Last year, I performed a radical act in my garden: I decommissioned the vegetable beds. That's right -- I knocked down the cover crops, raked off the square edges and neat rows of beds, and envisioned ...

A vibrant, dramatic driveway doesn't have to begin and end with pavers or gravel. Although it might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think about planting pretty flowers, driveway ...

Transforming your driveway into a welcoming, vibrant pathway can dramatically enhance your home’s curb appeal. One of the best ways to achieve this is by lining your driveway borders with colorful, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." As you're planning your garden this year—anticipating your beds brimming with perennials and plotting out ...

If you're set on creating the perfect border for your yard or walkway, it's hard to go wrong with Virginia sweetspire (Itea virginica). During early summer, the gracefully arching shrub is covered ...

Herbaceous perennials fill borders with flowers, form, and textures, and can do so for many years. To keep them performing at their best season after season, you should divide them every few years – ...