North Bay communities are surrounded by plentiful, diverse scenes of nature that not only enrich our lives but teach us about designing gardens, too. The types, forms, foliage and growth habits of ...

Normally at this time of year — and what a year this has been — we reflect back on what we’ve learned on our journey toward better living. So here are my top takeaways from 2020: In January, sick of ...

With any element in your landscaping, whether it’s a bed of perennials, a stamped concrete driveway or a lush green lawn, your hope is for its longevity. While treated wood (TW) may seem like a ...

It seems as if I have always known of the Villa d‘Este, the celebrated Renaissance villa and adjoining gardens northeast of Rome, but until this spring I really didn’t know much about it. I was dimly ...

California has welcomed recent rain showers with open arms and we will continue to hope for a wet season throughout the winter. While we celebrate the much needed precipitation, it’s also the time to ...

The market value of your house is comprised of several factors, including its neighborhood, amenities, square footage and yes, even the landscaping. Over the years researchers have found that a ...

California has welcomed recent rain showers with open arms and we will continue to hope for a wet season throughout the winter. While we celebrate the much needed precipitation, it’s also the time to ...

David Dewar had an idea for a beautification project at his school, and the teacher and landscaping hobbyist gave himself a summer to build an outdoor classroom. He soon realized he’d underestimated ...