Whether you live in the high desert, where the design will blend seamlessly into the surroundings, or just want a distinctive look for your outdoor fire pit area, this approach can be a beautiful ...

Looking for a niche landscaping business concept? Think small. Startup Costs: $2,000 – $10,000 Home Based: Can be operated from home. Part Time: Can be operated part-time. Franchises Available? Yes ...

Brian Kissinger is director of horticulture at the Desert Botanical Garden. E-mail your garden questions to bkissinger@dbg.org. Read previous columns at home.azcentral.com.

Several additional possibilities would be attractive as a desert garden ground cover. One of these is Achillea tomentosa. This wooly yarrow will grow into a mat that spreads up to one and a half ...

His shrill cries punctuate the thick desert silence so revered by ranch residents, who find coveted solitude in this small enclave a mere football field away from lively East Palm Canyon Drive.

Short plants are essential to landscaping in small yards and large estates alike. Outdoor living spaces benefit from variety. Tall and short plants work together to create an interesting landscape ...

Back in 2003, David McAdam was just another guy looking for a second home in the high desert. He had no idea he was on the cusp of creating a whole new way to think about home design. "I found ...

You might be looking at your small backyard and think: there’s no point trying to make it nicer. After all, it will never be the lush garden retreat with an immaculate lawn, sprawling deck and a ...

But the open spaces of the high desert make it easy to find an area all to yourself, even if there are others at the trailhead. At worst, you can break off from the crowds to find shade beneath a ...

A vertical garden isn’t the best option for homeowners looking to limit their lawn area, but it’s an excellent one for people looking for landscaping and gardening solutions for a small space ...