Lawn Care

Know these types of grasses before planting or laying down sod this fall or winter.

Sphagnum peat moss is a popular material for many gardeners. But is it right for your garden?

These outdoor snow games are perfect for cold-weather fun. Grab a coat and get ready to play!

You can plant grass seed anytime during the growing season, but doing so in fall takes advantage of cooler temperatures...

Does grass grow in winter? As the cold sets in, winter seeding puts green in the bank, to be enjoyed...

If you live in the Northern or Central U.S. and want a green lawn for as long as possible, it's...

Fall lawn care leads to healthier grass in the spring. Don’t stop watering too early — or too late.

Is raking up your leaves and taking them to the dump really the best course of action?

String trimmers quickly trim and edge your lawn, cut weeds and clear brush. Using the right size and type line...

Here are some of the most trusted brands of lawnmowers for DIYers, whether you have your first home with a...

Stay dry in the rain or cool in the shade with these patio awning ideas.

Fix leaky garden hoses quickly and cheaply.

Turn your string trimmer into an entirely different tool with these game-changing attachments.

Your lawn mower can do so much more than cut grass. These lawn mower attachments will add new functionality to...

Winterizing your irrigation system each fall can set you back some serious money if you pay a service to...

Sometimes you want a little less sun beating down on your deck. A roll-up shade is an easy to way...

You can update your outdoor space without spending a lot. These garden and patio finds from The Home Depot will...

Bet you’ve never thought to use a cereal box for lawn mower maintenance. Learn about this and other ways to...

Balance a beautiful lawn and yard with clean water best practices by following this advice from pros in the know.

Get golf course-like grass with these best weed killers and weed preventers for lawns

Weed whackers are a must-have for creating a tidy-looking lawn with clean lines. We found the best string trimmer for...

What if you could give up the fight and call a truce with dandelions? Here are seven reasons why you...

Pruning a tree is a lot easier if you have the right tools. Here's everything you need to know about...

These best weeding tool options make yard work go quickly, so you can get on with your weekend.

Learn more about these versatile and powerful digging tools here.

If you don't know what nutsedge looks like, you're not alone. This troublesome lawn weed is not easy to spot...

Here are 28 clever solutions from our readers and the DIY experts at The Family Handyman.

New to birding? Learn to recognize 15 common backyard birds, and discover ways to attract them to your yard.

When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....