When deciding what and where to plant, take time to consider how shrubs will be affected by natural light levels ...

Foundation plantings are like spandex garments. They smooth out bumpy features and add a dressy look. A private pilot walked ...

These biodiverse, nature-friendly hedgerows are naturally a little on the untamed side, as the plants need room to flower and ...

Basements and attics make a big difference in the overall temperature of your living space. A home with a basement is ...

Traditional hedges send a clear message to adjacent properties about your desire for privacy, but there are subtler planting ...

Home to a veritable ‘Noah’s Ark of species’, thanks to never being ploughed, sprayed or fertilised, our churchyards offer a ...

Slugs and snails are the bane of many a gardener's life, decimating plants especially seedlings or those with soft leaves.

Marielle Haringa and Andrew Dusseldorp's Tauranga garden began as an almost blank page. Grass, tall hedging, a conifer and a few camellias told a less-than-exciting story. In contrast, their ...

Plant Medic columnist Ricky Kemery says burning bush plants are popular because of their low maintenance requirements, but it ...

Willows are a popular landscaping tree that adds beauty and elegance to your garden. They are also one of the best trees for ...

While there are plenty of plants I’d never grow in my garden again, our outdoor space is still full of favourites; think pollinator-friendly blooms like scabiosa, wallflowers, and planters filled with ...

She extols several plants currently blooming in her garden whose flowers are in the fiery color spectrum that stretches from yellow to orange to red. The plant she is most enthusiastic about is a ...