plants along foundation of home and in front yard - Mint Images/Getty Images Planting close to your home's foundation might not seem like the best idea, but it's actually a golden opportunity to frame ...

Foundation plantings are like spandex garments. They smooth out bumpy features and add a dressy look. Generally, foundation plantings reflect personal preferences. The owner of a Spanish villa-type ...

Whether you’re into classic, well-manicured American suburban landscape design, or favor a more natural look featuring native shrubs, you probably have some type of foundation plant around the ...

No matter how much designers talk about enhancing the interior of a house, when an unwitting neighbor passes by on the street, it is the curb appeal of your home that sets its tone. First impressions ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- A recent article about forsaking forsythia for spicebush prompted this question from reader Jay in Lakewood: “What, if any, native shrubs or small trees are okay to plant near a ...

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We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › Shrubs can serve as foundation plants that enhance a home’s curb appeal and add to its ...

Here in Texas, the wettest part of the year is here: winter. With the unpredictable weather and excess moisture from rain, snow, and ice, it’s essential to protect your home’s foundation from damage.

We’re off to another hot North Florida summer. This is the main growing season and there’s lots to be done now. But if you’re like me, you will have to adapt your schedule to do most of your gardening ...