John Allen has an addiction, and he readily admits it. He can’t live without cycads. He has planted dozens of varieties of ...

How do you transform a blank-slate backyard into a plant-filled retreat when you don't have a clear plan or many resources?

Chester, perched on the shores of Lake Almanor in Plumas County, is the kind of place that makes you wonder if you’ve stumbled into a secret dimension where nature still reigns supreme and humans are ...

When it comes to patio space, most would agree that bigger is better. But if you're stuck with a small porch, this technique can make it feel more spacious.

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Tucked away in the embrace of the Shawnee National Forest sits Makanda, Illinois – a pocket-sized paradise that might be the ...