The Japanese iris is a much-loved flowering plant and one of the best perennials for Japanese gardens. It blooms with lavender colored flowers around June and is generally suitable for zones 4-9.

Ornamental cherries, acers and rhododendrons are all classic plants for Japanese gardens, adding height, structure and seasonal interest with colorful foliage or flowers.

My English-style flower garden had its moments of glory but was mostly a mishmash of one-off and failure-to-thrive plants. I ...

The Japanese have had a tradition for creating gardens since ancient times, that capture the natural landscape. The gardens combine the basic elements of plants, water and rocks with simple, clean ...

With just three simple gardening tricks, you can protect your Japanese maples from leaf scorch and help them thrive in late ...

Looking for the best plants for a Japanese garden? If you’re hoping to nail this popular design scheme this year, you’ll need to choose the right varieties. Whether you’re hoping to enhance ...