Question: We moved to a new house in Castaic 27 years ago. There is a steep slope in back. It requires a combination of trees, bushes and ground cover to keep the soil in place. We have sprinklers ...

If you have a plot that is a little unusual in size and shape, you need to think carefully about how to optimize it. At first it can seem an impossible task, but with a bit of planning and a few ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Designing - or redesigning - your outdoor space can be a fun and creative process, but can also be overwhelming. Make things that ...

I am trying to control water run-off and erosion on a slope in my front yard next to the street. Is there a best plant and a best way to do this? W.W., Sand Springs The short answer is no. There are ...

Q. I have a sloping, high-traffic backyard for our dogs and kids. Where once there was grass now is only dirt. I can't set up a sprinkler without the dogs attacking it to play with the water. When it ...

Dull lawns, cracked pathways, and unkempt gardens are not on our mood board for the season. Especially since the pleasant weather has managed to get us out from indoors and lounging in the lushness of ...