National Geographic recently announced a new project and upcoming story, which will be entitled "Gardens by Night." This fascinating look into night-blooming water lilies opens up a whole new world of beauty for readers and gardeners who forgot about the single, rare flower that does not require sunlight to open. The first dispatch of the new series by National... [Read more...]

Most design landscapes with sunlight in mind, but with well-executed outdoor lighting, your landscape can truly come alive at night, as well.  It is not as simple as installing a few fixtures and hoping for the best; rather, you'll want to give some thought to the type of lighting you choose and how to execute it to enhance the ambiance of your garden or hardscape. One... [Read more...]

For the first time in 22 years, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is updating the planting zone map used on the back of seed packets. Recently revealed at the National Arboretum just in time for spring gardens, the revised planting zone will serve as the new official guide for the national's 80 million gardeners. Here's what The Huffington Post reported on... [Read more...]

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