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 ...

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

The quiet peace of Buddhism has inspired many to seek a more contemplative life. There is no better way to find this deep sense of harmony than in the garden. Landscapes created in the Far East have ...

Graham Bowie lives at Saratoga, north of Sydney, and he's designed a really interesting Japanese style garden. He designed and planted it entirely from scratch and it's got a really special twist - it ...

Japanese maples are one of the most striking small trees for the landscape. They come in many different varieties, some growing 15 to 20 feet high at maturity and a width of 10 to 15 feet. Some grow ...

Japanese gardens are popular for many reasons, not least the tranquility, harmony and beauty associated with them. These qualities can be applied to any yard in a myriad of ways. If you are keen to ...

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 isn’t the same old yew of yesteryear. The dwarf golden Japanese yew (Taxus cuspidata ‘Nana Aurescens’) is a lovely evergreen shrub that has some interesting qualities. Looking for a free mini ...