Thoughtful craftsmanship and sustainability plus an exuberant edible garden make this bright home just right for a retiring couple

This living decoration reaches up to 15 feet, has minimal needs and adapts to different light levels — just steer clear of fluoride

An open-hearted couple builds a home in the forest that shows a love of the land and (almost) all of its inhabitants

Original wood ceilings, a cool layout and, yes, a quarter-scale train persuaded these homeowners to take a chance on a run-down property

Add a touch of cool northern forest to your landscape with the highly ornamental, fast-growing and wildlife-friendly gray birch tree

It thrives in poor soil and provides food and shelter for wildlife. Plus, Schizachyrium scoparium is just a darn pretty native grass

Eastern U.S. native Christmas fern is a living decoration in the winter woodland garden

A tower with industrial materials, picture windows and citrine splashes makes a striking addition to the surrounding landscape

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

Branch out from typical nursery fare, with lesser-known Rudbeckia species that have delightfully unexpected features