I got mail after a recent column on the problems of shearing large shrubs to force them into small spaces. Some folks e-mailed thanks for reminding readers to select the right plant for the right ...

Marauding deer. Drought. Wind. And perhaps a hankering for a little privacy and mystery. If you have these afflictions, check out “Moonglow” juniper (Juniperus scopulorum “Moonglow”), a dense tree ...

Looking to transform your plot into a haven of serenity? Our small Japanese garden ideas will be sure to help you on your way ...

Q: I'm interested in Japanese gardens. I don't want a whole garden, but maybe just a 'touch of Japanese.” Where do I start? A: There are lots of ways to add a 'touch” of Japanese to a garden. One way ...

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND – Bob Braid’s days typically begin with these tools: leaf blower, squeegee and rake. With these implements, just about every day, he grooms the iconic rock and stone garden in the ...

This is the second of two columns on dwarf conifers suitable for gardens in our region. Some are rare and hard to find. Keep your eyes open for them in area garden centers. Most of these can be found ...