Trees can offer so much to a backyard poolside, from dappled shade to increased privacy and shelter. Their beautiful aesthetic and the soothing rustle of their leaves can also create a more ...

OUTDOOR living spaces are a gardening trend. But on a sweltering summer day in Houston, living is certainly easier if that space includes a swimming pool. Landscaping around the pool not only can ...

Landscaping around an outdoor swimming pool requires no-muss, no-fuss plant selections. The pool can be a flowery focal point, but don’t open it to litter from leaves and limbs.

Pool expert Rafi Friedman, from Coastal Luxury Outdoors, recommends the popular choice of palm trees for a poolside. 'In addition to adding to the tropical aesthetic, they don't drop their leaves ...

“Many options exist for landscaping around your pool, and if you make good choices, ... First pool rule: Don’t make a mess. Choose trees, palms, and shrubs that are low in maintenance.

Landscaping around an outdoor swimming pool requires no-muss, no-fuss plant selections. The pool can be a flowery focal point, but don't open it to litter from leaves and limbs.

Gardening around a swimming pool in the mountains presents unique challenges and opportunities. You want a resort feel, a ...

With the rise of the “staycation,” more and more homeowners are turning their backyards into their own private oases. The centerpiece of many such retreats is a refreshing and inviting … ...

When landscaping around trees, you have to be careful and slow. The plants you choose today need to survive to be the perennials of your dreams years from now, so careful consideration at each ...