Generally speaking, conifers are trees and shrubs with needles that set seeds in cones. Yews, junipers and ginkgos produce cones, too, but they’re fleshy and appear berry-like. Ginkgos are ...

As leaves fall and plants die back, evaluate the structure in your garden. If there are areas that look barren, consider adding a native conifer for year-round presence and wildlife habitat. Some can ...

A lot of people assume that learning how to design a minimalist garden means stripping your outdoor space of warmth or character, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Minimalist garden ideas ...