Choose the right plant for the right place, and always read the plant tag or description before buying a plant to give it the conditions it needs to thrive.
Gorgeous evergreens come in every shade from teal to chartreuse, and dwarf varieties are perfect for small spaces. Opt for evergreens that keep their natural rounded.
Boost your front door's curb appeal with simple containers filled with easy-care annuals that can be changed with the seasons. Think pansies for spring, geraniums or begonias for summer.
A flowering tree accents your landscape without requiring tons of upkeep or pruning, if you choose well. Two great options include Kousa dogwood and redbud trees.
Raised beds provide a boundary that keeps your front yard looking neat, and natural stone is especially appealing and will last forever. This design element adds a touch of elegance to your front yard.
Choose long-lasting materials for projects such as fencing or decks, such as hardwoods or composite materials. These materials will outlast inexpensive pressure-treated pine.
Ornamental grasses are hardy, deer resistant, and incredible looking when they're blowing in the wind. Carex and hachnechloa are beautiful options to add texture and interest to your front yard.
Hardy shrub rose types such as Knockouts are self-cleaning and more disease resistant, and they bloom nonstop from spring to frost.
Plant spring-flowering bulbs once and enjoy them for years, but be sure to plant them in the fall to bloom the following spring. The most reliable performers include daffodils, hyacinths.