Velvety carpets of moss have long been an accent of traditional Japanese gardens. Also known as koke-dera, this landscaping style is designed to bring a lush sense of calm to your backyard. And if you ...

Japan is experiencing a season that falls between spring and summer: the rainy season, commonly referred to as tsuyu. Because it is the rainy season, some travelers may hesitate to visit Japan during ...

The Japanese city’s dry gardens seem timeless, but these relatively new versions show that they are still evolving, offering serenity in an increasingly overtouristed city ...

Find out what it would look like to fully celebrate the wildly personal beauty of your garden “dialed to the max.” Dale Sievert, a moss collector since 2006, drives his moss-as-garden-signature point ...

Kokedama is a traditional Japanese art form where moss is used as a container for a plant. In this hands-on workshop, learn the skills behind Kokedama and how to make your own ball of moss-covered ...

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As with any kind of garden, successfully installing a Japanese-inspired one here in Texas requires a certain consideration for what works in your zone. Take moss, for example: it’s a popular feature ...