Its spiky appearance can be intimidating at first, but sea holly's range of climate tolerances and vivid color make it a landscape winner

Soften a room's look by washing its walls in this delightfully airy shade, no sand in your shoes required

Up to the high-tide line or even indoors, sea grape draws smiles for its looks and cheers for its tenacity

Some lavender here, a water feature there, and your garden just might feel transported to a balmy seaside locale

Go for nautical details and sea-inspired colors to create a beautifully beachy space

A circular home is a cozy spot for gardening, woodworking and plenty of reading

Scorching weather and high elevations don't have to mean scraggly plantings. These blooms are as gorgeous as they are tough

Use seed heads, bare branches and grasses to design lovely garden displays when the ground is frozen

Serpents actually don’t give a hoot about this prairie wildflower, but insects do — and the foliage is a big draw too

Here are 3 situations where a garden may be a better idea than more turfgrass