Tracy Pollina felt right at home the first time she saw the Greek Revival–style Barrington Hills house, with its cedar shake roof, copper-trimmed bay window, and large yard shaded by towering trees.

If you want a utility garden that is both beautiful and practical, a formal herb garden presents a perfect opportunity for you. They have a lot in common with the proverbial stone that killed two ...

Herbs not only liven up your cooking; they also can be easy-care ornamental plants. Sprinkle them into your planting beds or grow them in a formal herb garden. The first herb gardens were for healing.

Easygoing herbs aren't the drama queens of the garden. These quiet, reliable sorts have been put to culinary or curative uses for centuries. They're not flashy, but herbs are attractive, lending ...

Gardens are very individual. Everyone has a different vision of how they would like their garden to look. There are a number of different garden designs to choose from. In our climate, one of the more ...

Formal garden design, both classic and timeless, highlights strong evergreen structure and a peaceful palette. With origins dating back to ancient times, formal gardens are characterized by linear ...