Structured courses on plant science, native landscaping, garden design, and DIY projects — written by experts, completely free. No signup, no paywall.
From complete beginner to confident landscaper
Everything you need to know before touching dirt — soil types, sun exposure, hardiness zones, watering, and the foundational principles of landscape design.
Why native plants matter, how to identify them, and how to create a landscape that supports local ecosystems while looking beautiful.
Photosynthesis, root systems, propagation, companion planting — understand the biology behind why plants do what they do.
How to plan a landscape that looks stunning in spring, summer, fall, AND winter — with specific plant combinations for each season.
Everything about designing, building, and maintaining landscape islands — from shape and soil to plant selection and lighting.
Modern, cottage, Japanese, Mediterranean, native prairie, tropical — learn the key elements of each major landscape style and which plants define them.
Go beyond plant knowledge — learn how to actually design outdoor spaces. Bed shapes, focal points, color theory, hardscape integration, scale, proportion, and creating flow through a landscape.
Learn xeriscaping principles, drip irrigation design, rainwater harvesting, and how to create a stunning landscape that uses 50-75% less water.
Go beyond 'add compost.' Learn soil biology, composting systems, cover crops, no-till methods, and how to build the healthiest soil on your block.
Transform your yard into a certified wildlife habitat. Learn to attract pollinators, build bird-friendly landscapes, create water features, and get NWF certification.
Master the art of outdoor lighting — fixture types, placement rules, color temperature, transformer sizing, and how to design a complete lighting plan for any yard.
Everything about irrigation — from hydrozoning principles to drip system installation, controller programming, and seasonal adjustment. Eliminate hand-watering forever.
The bones of your landscape — how to design, material-select, and properly install patios, retaining walls, garden paths, pergolas, and outdoor structures.
Division, cuttings, layering, seed starting — how to propagate any plant and multiply your landscape for virtually nothing. The secret to filling a garden on a budget.
Every plant tag tells you exactly what you need to know — if you can read it. Master zone maps, sun requirements, spacing, and the hidden information in botanical names.
Clay, sand, loam — understand what you're working with and how to improve it
182 species with real photos, care guides, zone info, and companion planting
Why native plants matter and how to build pollinator-friendly, low-maintenance gardens
Layering, color theory, repetition, focal points — the rules professionals use
Create a landscape that's beautiful in spring, summer, fall, AND winter
Step-by-step guides for building beds, islands, and plantings yourself
Take what you've learned and see it come to life. Our AI generates professional landscape designs using the same plant science you just studied — with your actual yard photos.