Which flower seeds are best? Starting a garden from flower seed is one of the most economical and satisfying hobbies a person can have. Rather than shelling out cash for more expensive, ...

While many plants are pollinated by bees and butterflies, they naturally play favorites. These plants offer beautiful blooms for both you and nature's farmers.

Horticulturalists and herbalists share tips for nurturing plants with health benefits. A garden designed by Bridghe McCracken, the founder of Helia Land Design, featuring a profusion of Russian sage.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The world's most beautiful garden shops are about far more than petunias and begonias. Instead, these ...

This summer, people are on the hunt for the best outdoor activities to enjoy. Visiting a park, taking a swim and enjoying a walk through a botanical garden are popular ways to get outside this season, ...

GARDEN DESIGNER Butter Wakefield’s London backyard, above, has nary a blade of grass out of place. Except, that is, for an untamed patch that contains what many people might deem weedy eyesores: ...

Editor's note: This story concludes our series showcasing last year's Beautiful Gardens winners. We'll select this year's winners later this growing season. Watch for a call for entries soon. Poor ...

Unruly trees and a primarily shaded backyard are no match for the green thumbs of Bette and Curt Fenton. Linden trees meticulously sculpted in the shape of spades line the boulevard of their Hopkins ...