Every seasoned gardener knows the particular satisfaction of coaxing beauty from unlikely places - a stubborn perennial that finally blooms, a shaded corner that transforms with the right groundcover.

This list has gardening and backyard projects that are expensive and not worth the money, according to experts. Here's why, and what to opt for instead.

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening.

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

Whether indoors or outdoors, you can add a little life to your windowsill, your balcony or your yard in just a few steps. Credit...Clark Hodgin for The New York Times Supported by By Tim Heffernan ...

As the days get shorter and the air turns crisp, you might feel tempted to put your gardening tools away. But this is actually a great time to try some smaller projects that bring life to your home ...

Q: Do you have suggestions for how to get my grandchildren interested in gardening? I’m blessed with three; the oldest is seven and the youngest is three. They all live in the city so they don’t have ...

Some gardeners enjoy the quiet solitude of gardening by themselves, alone in nature with the plants they love. Think Thoreau on Walden Pond! Other gardeners prefer to garden with people, enjoying the ...

When the nice weather arrives, so does the inspiration and urge to dive into a new backyard project. Nothing beats a great DIY, but some backyard projects just aren't worth the money. If you're weary ...