With innovative hillside landscape ideas, such as terraced beds and low-maintenance plants, you can make the most of a sloped ...

Front yard rock landscaping ideas should always segue harmoniously with the architecture of your home, as well as the local surroundings and climate. Whether you prefer a contemporary or traditional ...

Landscaping your front yard isn't all about the plants and flowers you choose to grow. Rocks of all shapes and sizes can also be used widely as a landscaping device, adding interest, contrast and ...

Soft details like flowers, grasses, and shrubs all get plenty of attention when landscaping a yard, but don’t underestimate the power of rock. From large stones that serve as focal points to loose ...

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They included a variety of plants. I even got a small tree. But the best gifts were the large boulders for a new garden bed, and the dozens of small, smooth rocks to be used to identify my plants. Why ...

Landscape design is not my strong suit. I recognize and appreciate what is functional and beautiful — but I haven’t the imagination or the vision to execute a fluent and balanced plan. So at home, I ...

A year ago I stared out my home office window to a mud plain and a crudely built deck that ate the backyard. Today I have a dazzling view of giant boulders. How did that happen? Calling in ...

Rock features are an easy way to add interest without upkeep. Meanwhile, twin planters at the home's entry make for an impactful addition. This landscape is by Elizabeth Hark, owner and lead designer ...

Portland homeowners can transform soggy backyards into functional ecosystems while qualifying for city discounts on ...

Nobody enjoys mowing a steep lawn. Transform this hillside with terraced beds on both sides of stone stairs rather than turf grass. For year-round texture and color, fill the tiers with ...