Succulents are great for so many reasons. They're hardy, require very little care, and are gorgeous to boot. Whether you're interested in using them as favors or tabletop arrangements at a wedding or party, or you'd like to invest in them for a long-term gardening or decorating look at your home, they're a great choice. Here, I've rounded up many ways that you can use them on tabletop surfaces Read more

You may not know Fedor van der Valk by name, but chances are you know his work. Fedor's string gardens have graced the pages of books and the posts of numerous websites over the past few years. When I was in Holland last month, I saw his works displayed in several shop windows. His string gardens capture the imagination with their suspended, unexpected beauty. Recently, Fedor sat down to answer Read more

Last week I took a tour of Sunset magazine's headquarters, and my head was spinning with ideas and tips to share from the magazine's extensive and lovely grounds. From the landscaping provided by DIG Gardens for Sunset's Celebration Weekend Idea House to the magazine's edible gardens, there's plenty of inspiration to be found. Check out some ways you can translate these California ideas to your Read more

Last year I noticed that my usually abundant garden was producing in a rather poor fashion. I realized that the problem was the soil — I hadn't amended it in the past three years, and it was worn out. After I corrected the problem, the garden flourished — check out all of the yumminess it's currently producing. But how did I revive it? Keep reading to learn how. Read more

Since we're not all lucky enough to have big backyards for our gardening pleasure, sometimes we have to make do with patios, porches, and deck space. That's where container gardening comes in. Container gardening can be a great option for herbs, strawberries, lettuces — and even tomatoes. Over the next few weeks, I'll be testing products from Gardener's Supply that relate to small-space Read more

My attention has shifted from indoor to outdoor spaces this month, so naturally my shopping list has shifted attention as well. This week, I've rounded up some pretty ways to turn your own garden or yard into a truly beautiful place for lounging, gardening, or spending time with friends. Check out my finds! Read more

I've got Spring on my mind, so it's no wonder I'm finding outdoor inspiration all over the Internet right now. Take a look at five spaces that are making me catch my breath and scheme about plans for my backyard space! Read more

Yesterday I braved my way through pounding rain and gusty winds to the San Mateo Event Center, the site of this year's San Francisco Flower and Garden Show. I'm certainly glad that the weather didn't deter me from stopping in — there was so much to see and do, from cooking and gardening demonstrations to rare plant sales and impressive display gardens. Check out some of my favorite scenes from Read more

If the words couture and garden don't go together in your mind, you're not alone. But British fashion designer Claire Campbell's Spring-Summer 2011 photo shoot for her fashion line HIGH beautifully merges the two concepts. The collection, which was shot at a beautiful English estate, features plenty of pretty designs with a garden backdrop. I, for one, never tire of seeing well-dressed women Read more

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