Rock garden plants are some of the toughest cookies in the backyard. Don’t be deceived by their relatively small size - these weather-resistant wonders can handle almost everything the elements ...

Succulent rock garden plants We all know and love succulents for their quirky shapes and colors and their ability to withstand even the worst plant care imaginable. It is this tenacity that makes ...

Rock gardening is a meditative and creative hobby. The art of carefully arranging rocks, plants, and occasionally water ...

Alpines such as conifers and creeping plants hail from exposed, challenging habitats, making them hardy choices for UK gardens ...

The cultivation of alpine plants has a long tradition in Innsbruck. Anton Kerner von Marilaun was Professor of Natural History at the University of Innsbruck from 1860-1878. In 1875, he established ...

Designing your zen rock garden: Keep it simple and balanced. Start by placing a few larger rocks as focal points, then add ...