Neither heat nor cold nor lack of water fazes this flowering succulent, which adds spiky texture to Southwestern landscapes

Soapweed yucca's pale green leaves brighten the winter garden and add sculptural interest year-round

Winter-defying blooms and pruning saws earn a cheer, while California-focused gardening design books get a well-deserved shout-out

These attractive plants shrug off colder temperatures, and many can be brought inside in containers in extra-chilly climates

You probably know about the lower maintenance. But native plants' other benefits go far beyond a little less watering and weeding

Many facing a drought are swapping turf for less thirsty plantings. If you’re one of them, we’d like to hear about it

Hold on to your hat and prune those tree branches; monsoon season means damage prevention is key

Get a thriving garden despite unforgiving conditions with these tough, unthirsty, sun-loving beauties

Keeping a garden amid hungry deer can be hard, but these plants should fare well

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