Whether or not global warming is the culprit, many cities are facing water shortages, and conservation measures are resulting in the browning of lawns.

Jun 3, 2009 - Stephen Allen Christensen

Waterwise gardeners need only follow a few principles to conserve and make the most of a dwindling resource.

Feb 10, 2008 - Robert Dailey

Waterwise gardeners should consider drip irrigation systems. They stretch water supplies and get more water to plant root zones.

Mar 17, 2008 - Robert Dailey

These yellow fruits, hiding under wide green leaves, are a perfect addition to any summer vegetable garden - and to the dinner table.

May 25, 2009 - Robert Dailey

Water-conscious gardeners can conserve that precious resource and still have a green, healthy lawn even though neighbors sometimes look askance at water-wise lawns.

Aug 12, 2008 - Robert Dailey

Do you live in a wildfire-prone area of the country? How can you protect your home and property from damage? Become fire-wise.

Jan 2, 2009 - Marcia Passos Duffy

It doesn't take a complex formula to be self employed. In fact, some self employment ideas are very straightforward. Learn how to create a landscaping business at home.

Sep 14, 2009 - KC Morgan

Creating depth in landscape paintings is a three-step process that includes layering, atmospheric perspective, and texture.

Aug 13, 2008 - Alina Bradford

The first step to creating flower gardens can be as simple as grabbing pencil and paper. The tip is to research and plan carefully now to ensure later rewards.

Jul 18, 2008 - Jacqueline Cross

Water-wise gardener numbers are growing. allowing areas to transform arid and desert areas into lush gardens.

Jun 20, 2007 - Robert Dailey

Many people design a water-wise garden because it's good for the environment, but with escalating water bills, it's also a great way to save money.

Dec 19, 2007 - Ret Talbot

Nan Sterman, Mary Irish, Judith Phillips and Joe Lamp'l wrote Water-wise Plants for the Southwest, a xeriscape and plant guide for growing low-water gardens out west.

Mar 15, 2010 - Chris Eirschele

Careful planning is a key ingredient for uniting all the elements that make up a beautiful garden.

Mar 13, 2011 - Ron Renzulli

To create a tranquil, Zen-like Oriental garden a look at how Japanese and Chinese gardens are formed should inspire some landscaping and planting ideas.

Dec 21, 2010 - Amanda Duffy

Many vegetables are attractive as well as nutritious. When used imaginatively it is easy to create stunning edible landscapes which are a pleasure to see and eat.

Nov 6, 2009 - David Haigh

A Japanese-style garden may be appropriate for small spaces. Consider how water, rocks and gravel, and plants influence and contribute to a Japanese-inspired landscape.

Oct 25, 2008 - Georgene A. Bramlage

Seemingly inhospitable at first glance, the Badlands National Park reveals its primitive past as well as unveiling a landscape of astonishing beauty and vast expanse.

Jun 19, 2009 - John Seidenberg

Landscape painting was Gainsborough's pleasure, whereas portraits were his successful trade.

Jan 8, 2012 - Duncan McGibbon