Brilliant red blooms and inviting textures will capture your heart, but the low maintenance and small size will win over your practical side

Decorating with black: 12 ways to work up from a small dark accessory to an ebony-walled room

Plant Palmer’s Indian mallow for velvety foliage, long-lasting orange flowers and an abundance of wildlife benefits

Soft, velvety purple spikes gracefully arch over the gray-green foliage of Mexican bush sage in spring through fall in western U.S. gardens

Velvety fruit, pretty blossoms and interesting bark make apricot trees a delight — and they’re great for smaller gardens

Brush a hand on velvety foliage or fluffy plumes for a sensory garden experience beyond sight and smell

The question of finish may be as crucial as color. See which of these 9 varieties suits your space — and budget

Beautiful color, soft texture and the ability to thrive in the extreme temperatures of the Southwest make woolly butterfly bush a winner

A delight to touch and see, landscapes with texture use dimension and definition to create pleasing design contrasts

Relax, observe and appreciate the landscape — December is a wonderful month for gardeners