Marie Iannotti

Bay laurel (Laurus nobilis) is an evergreen with leaves used for cooking. Learn how to grow and care for bay laurel trees and shrubs at home.

Loose, crumbly loam is what all gardeners are told they need, but what is loam soil? Here is a breakdown of what is in loam soil and how to get it.

Some perennials benefit from being allowed to stand through the winter. Here are 43 plants that are best cut back in spring, not fall.

Sea holly (Eryngium planum) is a perennial flower that looks like a glowing thistle, with striking steely-blue color. It is excellent for dry soils.

Gardening on a hillside presents both challenges and opportunities. Learn how to tame a slope and take advantage of the dramatic view.

Cannas (Canna × generalis), or canna lilies, are dramatic, flowering plants with large, banana-like leaves. They make great garden focal points.

Asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) is a perennial plant whose tender spears are one of the first signs of spring. Learn how to grow and harvest it.

Tall potted plants help to give a focal point to a container garden. These 20 plants can add height variety and drama to the landscape.

Do you live in an apartment and crave your own garden? Don't let space be an issue with these creative apartment gardening tips.

Garden design is a matter of working with a space and creating a balance of flow and drama. Here are examples of a variety of garden styles that work.