Lawns and rose gardens can become sustainable — financially, environmentally, and ecologically.

Addressing the dilemma of lawn in the ecological landscape

Plus, teaching the wisdom (and joy) of being wrong and experiments with mosquitoes

These London window boxes signal unrealistic expectations and horticultural imperialism.

Drought-tolerant Santa Fe natives complete this masterpiece inspired by venerable Japanese designs.

Scientists prove we can outsmart ticks without paving over the world.

Advice for yards in the ugly duckling phase

Hiring a pro who won’t pollute and even harm your household is harder than you think.

First control, then restore. A forest edge tapers from the meadow to the trees to protect the ecosystem at its interior.

Tech hacks for garden color design; plus, why native plants make a small garden cohesive naturally

Replace traditional turf grass with native sedges and other pollinator powerhouses.

Vertical drama seen from the back of your row house will delight you year-round. Plus, 8 native plants that a great for a small backyard.

Is having a home compost pile worth it? Yes. But first do these 5 easy things to use fall yard waste to benefit wildlife.

How to get started turning a lawn into lively wild flower meadow

Reader also wants to support boyfriend’s beekeeping. The first step is to avoid killing them.

Reader wants her husband to experience awe looking out his home office window.

You need to dig a lot of holes for an ecological garden. This little-known tool makes it easier.

Enhance vast yard with native trees in meadow instead

What you plant and how you plant it makes a huge difference in the number of monarchs your garden attracts and nurtures.

How and why to sculpt the dead tree in your backyard