One of the reasons you opted for a small front yard to begin with might have been the appeal of retiring your mower—for good. In that case, embrace the ground cover even if you have a flat yard. To ...

Transforming a small yard into a beautiful garden is not only possible but also incredibly rewarding. With thoughtful planning and creativity, you can make the most out of small spaces while adding ...

Rebecca Brill is a writer whose essays have appeared in The Paris Review Daily, VICE, Literary Hub, and elsewhere. She runs the Susan Sontag's Diary and the Sylvia Plath's Food Diary accounts on ...

No matter how small your backyard may be, it's still brimming with landscape design potential. Something as simple as adding a water feature or planting climbing vines along a fence can instantly ...

When planting a new tree in your backyard or front yard, consider how tall or wide it will grow.

Make the most of your tiny house's landscape with these smart tips for creating a beautiful, functional, and space-saving yard. Tiny houses have been having a moment for a while now. In an age of ...

Samantha Hunter is a professional copy editor who has worked with Ms. Magazine, Spin and VH1. She has also written for MarthaStewart.com, Essence.com, Esquire.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, RealSimple.com ...