Want to improve the view from your windows, create a garden room or have more privacy ? Attractive fencing is hard to find, and most of it is only 6 feet tall. Read about a backyard project that might give  you some ideas.

We all have things we'd rather not look at in our gardens. Since we can't always get rid of the things that drive us nuts, why not cover them up?  Here's an idea that might inspire you.

Early garden maintenance is an opportunty to identify and fix problems and plan for future performance. It helps to know the reasons behind what you're doing so that you know what to look for when you're out there slaving away.

Maybe you're working on your garden in stages like I am, and floundering around about your next move. There are lots of ways to visualize what to do next, but nothing beats sitting in your garden to get inspired.

Why not use winter down time to nail down a plan for your next project? It’s not always easy to come up with ideas, but here's an easy way to unleash your creative juices.

If you're itching to get started with your gardening chores, start pruning! Early spring is a great time to prune because you can see what you're doing and you don't have to worry about stomping on your other plants.

If you're looking for a boxwood you don't have to baby, read about how admirably Buxus sempervirens 'North Star' performs under adverse conditions.

Getting orchids to rebloom has always been a hit or miss proposition for me. Read about a method worth trying in this weeks post.

No matter when you do it, cleaning up the garden is a lot of work and it's messy. Is there an easier way to get rid of all the debris you accumulate? Here's an idea worth trying.

If you're like me, you probably have a bunch of gardening books that you never read. Here's a very useful one that everyone should have!

If you're short on room in your garden, or want to cover up unsightly objects, use trellises to get more out of your vertical spaces.

Gold foliaged conifers are just the thing in winter when you need some brightening up in your garden. Here's one tough little gem that you should try.

Excellent edgings are hard to come by. Calaminth 'White Cloud' is tough, pretty and long lasting. Find out why it's worth trying. 

Green isn't the only option for a shade garden. Make it more interesting by adding plants with striking foliage that contribute color and movement.

Getting out of your color comfort zone can be a good thing. When you're gardening, the best combinations can happen by accident.