Relaxing by the pool is most enjoyable when the poolside landscape is on point. The best plants to put around a pool are those with low maintenance needs, that doesn’t make a mess and can withstand ...

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 ...

Your pool is a backyard feature in and of itself, but you can still dress it up a bit to make it really sparkle. Creative and intentional pool landscaping instantly transforms this area from a simple ...

Landscaping around an outdoor swimming pool requires no-muss, no-fuss plant selections. Poolside landscaping is a bit more demanding than the usual. Container plants can be moved to follow the sun ...

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. “Both in- and ...

Above-ground pools remain a popular and budget-friendly option for creating a fun and refreshing outdoor spot. If you want to install an above-ground pool, you may be wondering how to place it so it ...

Summer in the desert means enjoying the classic Arizona desert lifestyle: barbecues under outdoor kitchens, relaxing in the shade and epic pool parties. But it’s not a stroke of luck if you have ...

Child-proofing your pool space to protect your loved ones and fur babies doesn’t have to be drab and boring. In-ground pools at homes where children and pets live—or often visit—need some sort of ...