Create the rain garden by building a berm in a low spot in the yard, then build swales to channel runoff from the gutters and higher parts of the yard. The water is then absorbed into the soil through ...

Frankly, the name “rain garden” is a misnomer for what it is. A rain garden is nothing more than an area in the landscape where water pools after rain events and specific plant types are planted. For ...

Rain gardens utilize Florida-Friendly plants to absorb rainwater, reducing stormwater runoff and pollution. These gardens help filter out pollutants from fertilizers and other sources, protecting ...

Here are expert-approved tips for keeping your garden healthy during a drought, from best practices to watering advice.

Summer in Louisiana tends to bring afternoon downpours. Where does all that rainwater go? Some of it is absorbed by the ground and plants. Some pools in low spots. And some turns into runoff, rushing ...

While our patchy lawns are happy to soak up a much-needed downpour after the driest spring on record, it's important to ...

“Embrace the fact that it’s almost more of a display than it is a garden. That’s the big adjustment. When you’re renting, you ...

Stormwater that runs off buildings and paved streets frequently carries high levels of pollutants into rivers and lakes, some of which serve as sources of drinking water. Rain gardens, green ...

Firescaping incorporates the design of the landscape and property surrounding a home to lessen its susceptibility to fire.

There are a ton of different Grow a Garden mutations that will increase the value of your plants. Some revolve around events, while others simply rely on a certain weather condition. Find out in our ...

Nest boxes are birdhouse alternatives that suit hummingbirds, who don't favor full enclosures. This DIY comes together with ...