A commanding presence, year-round foliage and a hardy nature make flax a winner in the landscape even in fall and winter

Gorgeous, green-to-gold feather grass make a big impact for little effort

Balance pretty polish and ruggedness in a temperate garden with this low-maintenance and drought-tolerant flowering shrub

A South Island stylist borrows Scandinavian tricks to bring light and coziness to her home

The dreams of a courageous couple become reality in a home where family and friends come together

Unthirsty succulent looks great all year and offers an unexpected surprise in fall

Spiky blue flowers and a high tolerance for poor soil make this plant ideal for tough sites

Happiest in plentiful sun, this tropical-looking tree gives a pool area or backyard landscape an exotic view all summer long

Stir up some romance in dark corners with the billowy fronds of native Adiantum pedatum

Blossoms and berries make this plant irresistible to birds, bees and other critters — and a treat for the eyes too