Many of nature's treasures have been buried by recent snow. Yet trees offer opportunities for exploration regardless of snow depth or season. Tree bark has many functions, and upon close examination ...

The bonus of a four-season yard is that the trees and shrubs, in particular, provide food and shelter for the birds, beneficial insects and other creatures that share this world with us. Evergreens ...

Understanding the elements of color, texture and scale will bring you closer to achieving the landscape design of your dreams. The use of color is probably the most complex of the three, because it ...

Guest Presenter Jac Semmler shows us how to pick plants for colour, texture, and beauty all year round. “When designing a garden, it's like creating a beautiful painting with colours and textures. I ...