Timing is everything when creating the yard of your dreams.

Most landscape styles were developed in Europe or the East coast—or even the Southwest. We are not those places so when we try to recreate those landscapes in this climate, there are a lot of problems ...

Usually, landscape design software is meant for professionals and companies and they carry a premium price tag. However, you might prefer to use a free landscape design software if your purpose is ...

Your yard should be your outdoor retreat and the place where you can relax and entertain. Even if you have great neighbors, you don’t want them peering into your yard or feeling like everyone in your ...

Create a dynamic look around any existing lawn or garden feature with some landscape edging. You can go with a patio paver/stone or maybe brick to add a nice border. A DIY retaining wall is a ...

Water is a scarce resource, and it’s especially relevant in California. However, a well-designed, water-efficient landscape design should always be a consideration regardless of location. A ...

When you want to upgrade your backyard, you typically need a couple different experts: a designer and an installer. An experienced designer has a knack for where things should go and has spent years ...

If a backyard update (or complete overhaul) is on the agenda for this spring and summer, you are not alone. According to a Spring 2021 report by Thumbtack, backyard improvements are at the top of the ...

"Great design will always require human expertise. YardAI has a rightful home in the design process, providing a clear, visual starting point for homeowners to explore their options and get excited ...

Why surround your home with landscaping that is merely ornamental when it could feed you, too? Edible landscaping can be just as beautiful as traditional landscaping, replacing everything from ...

Despite evidence that would suggest otherwise, construction projects do end. Witness my new backyard. All you need are tongue-biting patience, puppy-dog faith, and maybe a little scripture. I have ...

Despite evidence that would suggest otherwise, construction projects do end. Witness my new backyard. I have opened a bottle of prosecco, and my husband and I are toasting our new yard with our ...