It may seem curious that viewing a sparse landscape of rock and gravel can be an antidote to the day's chaos. But a Zen garden, a minimalist composition of carefully placed stones, is calming — if you ...

It may seem curious that viewing a sparse landscape of rock and gravel can be an antidote to the day's chaos. But a Zen garden, a minimalist composition of carefully placed stones, is calming - if you ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- With spring finally here it can be a good time for outdoor activities. Gardening is a popular hobby, particularly in warmer weather. One can garden in their backyard, but if ...

Looking back on his childhood in a Seattle suburb, Mike Donohue remembers his family’s backyard garden of a few planter boxes with fruits and vegetables. But, even then, he dreamed of having his own ...

Your flowers can use a bit of help from you these next few weeks to look their best and stay healthy through the back half of the growing season. First the perennials (the ones that come back year ...

Want a luxe yard without the price tag? For a designer look, add Japanese-style features, rustic touches, and even a focal point for socializing.

Bamboo trees stand tall in this Japanese garden. Photo by Kevin Legnon. Noted for its minimalist style, natural landscape and tranquil nature, the Japanese garden is as much art as it is science. To ...

When we talk of Japanese gardens, we think of those found in old temples in Kyoto. The garden of Ryoan-ji comes to mind. It is a Zen Garden because the temple where it is located belongs to the Rinzai ...