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Microgreens add nutrition and freshness to any meal, and they are easy and quick to grow without a lot of...

Learn how to build a bat box to limit voracious mosquito eaters. Bats are on the decline, but bat boxes...

Decorating with Christmas plants and flowers is a great holiday tradition to start or continue in your home.

Testing and adjusting your pool's pH level is an essential part of swimming pool winterization. Here's why it matters and...

Mulching leaves is better for your yard, your back and your budget

Wonder why they call them STRAWberries? It has to do with how to winterize strawberry plants and the best layer...

Depending on the type you have and where you garden, you may not have to do much. Read on to...

Wondering how to build a deck? DIYers and even many professional builders often get it wrong. Read our tips to...

If those teenage neighborhood kids adorned your majestic maple with TP streamers but you're not feeling the vibe, here's how...

We tried this affordable retractable awning to provide shade both indoors and out.

When you tire of growing common plants, it's time to pick some new ones from this list of fun, whimsical...

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Want to build this stellar storage shed? The full project plans are available...

Bring the tropics to your summer landscape with coleus and enjoy some of the prettiest leaves in the plant world.

Some say your lawn needs beer as much as you do after a long day of lawn care. But why...

Hydrangeas are beautiful perennials that come in a variety of hues. But did you know their color can give you...

I love seeing colorful celosia in fall-themed container gardens. But if it's planted in the ground, is celosia a perennial?...

If you haven't grown celosia, you're missing out on some unique and interesting flowers. Here's what to know about celosia...

Mums aren't just for containers. You can grow them in the ground too. And, with a little bit of care,...

Here's an easy and inexpensive way to throw some shade in your yard or campsite.

From old buses to recycled windows and pallets, these crafty DIYers thought outside the box when building their repurposed greenhouses.

Cool off and spiff up your outdoor living space with this low-cost Family Handyman Approved pergola kit.

Glass greenhouses add a classic, high-end look to your home, and their impressive light transmission provides the ideal environment for...

Want to keep deer out of your yard and garden? Build a fence. Here are some of the best deer...

Learn how to plant bulbs in the fall so you're sure to enjoy their colorful blooms in the spring. We'll...

Frame your home and increase your curb appeal with these popular vinyl fence colors.

You can irrigate your lawn or garden with an automated sprinkler or drip system. Sprinklers irrigate more widely, but they...

It's fall and you're cleaning up your garden. What happens if you don't prune your hydrangeas? Let's find out.

Are crushed seashells the answer for improving your garden soil? Under the right conditions, they might be just what...

Stripe a lawn like a pro. Create your own field of dreams and make a big-league impression with these professional...