Try this drought-tolerant stunner for its massive flower spikes that burst with purple, drawing butterflies and birds to the garden

It's invasive, a nonnative and a poor insect magnet. Check out these better alternatives to butterfly bush in the garden

Design advice, inspiration and observations that struck a chord this week

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

Keep weeds down, color high and maintenance low with beautful plants that sow themselves

Get the effects of a shrub but in less time — and drawing more winged pollinators — with these herbaceous perennials

Tiptoe through the lupines or dance under a flowering tree; warm weather brings abundant garden wonders to behold in the Northeast U.S.

Break free from choosing plants by cold-hardiness zones for a beautiful landscape that thrives year-round

Plant selection, water management, fire-prevention measures and more can ensure that your landscape is good for the planet and for you

Cup plant provides structure, cover, food and water to help attract and sustain wildlife in the eastern North American garden