Bees gather nectar from this North American native while you’ll appreciate its unthirsty nature and soil tolerance

Pluck some lavender hues for the home and watch tranquility — and maybe even a little magic — take hold

Simple geometries, industrial materials and a nod to Eastern philosophy update the historical Midwestern farmhouse

Discover old-time resourcefulness — how gardeners worked the land, used local materials and more — to apply to your landscape today

If you like an abundance of plants — and visits from birds, bees and butterflies — this may be the style of yard for you

Pique curiosity and encourage creativity by adding play features that appeal to kids’ imagination and senses

The simple, honest daisy is this writer’s go-to garden flower. We want to hear which plant, flowering or otherwise, gives you special joy

Learn how pink, lilac, lavender, cream and peach can bring a soft beauty to your landscape

Avoid potential danger by keeping dogs and cats away from these landscaping and houseplant favorites

If you want a bewitching cottage garden but aren’t sure where to start, these ideas will get you planting in no time