Does water collect in your yard during rainy days? Mother Nature can help. These trees, wildflowers and shrubs love water, ...

Moisture-loving plants are good choices for areas receiving sufficient ... Rain gardens are another strategy for managing water in your yard. These are designed to capture excessive rainfall, drain ...

Mix in sand and compost to improve drainage and support your plants. You want soil that can soak up water quickly but also hold enough moisture for the plants to thrive. Native plants are best. Go for ...

Brighten up the shaded areas of your yard with shade-loving, flowering woodland plants. Here are some plants (with photographs) and the shade level they prefer.

Lisa and I sat in the front courtyard this week, watching the antics of 'our' hummingbirds. They were enjoying water from the ...