Desert landscaping combines beauty with low maintenance, using drought-tolerant and heat-resistant plants to thrive despite limited water. To create a stunning desert garden, incorporate hardscaping elements like gravel plant beds and choose plants that are adapted to harsh conditions. Desert landscapes are not only visually striking but also straightforward to plan and maintain, offering a…
When the hottest days of summer hit, many container garden plants slow down on making flowers and fresh foliage even if you keep up with watering. Beat the heat by filling your containers with these colorful plants that thrive as temperatures rise. Most are from warm places around the world, so are often grown as…
Many of the same succulents that make good houseplants will also thrive in containers outdoors. In pots, these plants often can take more heat and drought than many annuals, perennials, or tropicals. The following arrangements complement each variety’s colors, forms, and textures, and each of them is easy to care for, thanks to being displayed…