MILAN, Ill. (KWQC) -Emily Swihart, University of Illinois Extension Educator of Horticulture, shares valuable tips and insights on the basics of landscape design as a part of home improvement week.

Are you ready to convert your thirsty lawn to a beautiful array of low-water plants? Have you had your fill of the “crazy quilt” approach to planting? Do you wonder why some gardens seem perfect in ...

Mark is a seasoned green industry veteran and freelance writer based in Georgia. His work encompasses all things garden, landscape, home improvement, and DIY, with a focus on sustainability. Mark ...

Successful landscaping is more than just an innate desire to always be in touch with nature. Designing the landscape of public spaces, gardens, or even indoors is an ever-growing concern due to how ...

Many traditional home landscapes feature vast areas of under-utilized space, such as large turf grass lawns. Sustainable sites feature spaces for human enjoyment, considering opportunities to design ...

Good gardens don't just happen; they're the results of careful planning and observation. I suggest you get to know your property over the course of at least all four seasons before you commit to any ...

Q: I desperately want to make changes to my landscape. There are areas that need redesigning, some plants should be replaced, and a couple of areas need more thought! I'm a "hands-on" gardener who ...

Learn the basics of landscape design If you're thinking about giving your lawn a makeover, there a few things you need to remember. The experts at Pike Nurseries show off the basic principles of ...