This page explains how The Artistic Garden researches, writes and updates its articles.
Our sources
We use published garden design references, U.S. university cooperative extension resources, the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, and manufacturers’ specifications and installation instructions for structures, lighting and materials.
What we do not do
- We do not claim to have tested products unless that is true, and we never invent test results, ratings, awards, quotes or personal experiences.
- We do not publish retailer prices, star ratings or customer reviews.
- We do not accept payment to include or rank a product.
- We do not publish design photos we do not have the right to use.
- We do not give structural or electrical engineering advice.
Use of AI tools
AI tools help draft some articles. A person checks every article before publication; facts, numbers and safety statements are verified against sources, and anything we cannot verify is removed.
Corrections and updates
We review articles regularly. If you find an error, please contact us.