Outdoors

Wildflowers are tough enough to withstand trying conditions, yet bold enough to attract the pollinators they need to reproduce. Try...

How to save pumpkin seeds to plant next year

A small project that makes a big impression in your backyard

Preparing a deck to accept new stain isn’t difficult because the liquid strippers and cleaners do most of the work....

Make fence post demo a snap with these five easy steps!

Gardening is easier, more productive and, well, just a lot more fun when you have the best gardening tools at...

It seems the older I get, the more keys I carry around. Between the car, house, shed and garage, I...

This must-have lawn tool spreads everything you need for a healthy, attractive lawn.

If you have a storage shed in your backyard, it can be converted into a usable, livable space where you...

Need a shed for storing tools or just hanging out? Here are some tips from experienced builders to help you...

According to NASA's Clean Air Study, these air-purifying plants—all of them very common and easy to find—are great at getting...

Stop an outdoor faucet that's making noise when turned on with this DIY fix.

When the air turns crisp and the leaves turn brown, many people's thoughts turn to bonfires, apple cider and Halloween....

If you're looking for some eccentric, low-maintenance plants to keep you company indoors, look no further than succulents. Here are...

Fill a mason jar with wine corks and rubbing alcohol, and let the corks soak. The corks will burn ok...

Great outdoor planters don't need to be expensive. We've got you covered with five effortless ways to create decorative cheap...

Build this simple DIY butterfly house for under $20.

The perfect outdoor retreat

A little retreat for the botanist, these greenhouse hideaways will make you and your plants happy.

If you're looking to add some color and life to your yard, but have a history of killing every plant...

Learn the pros and cons of stone, wood and concrete block retaining walls

Learn how to protect your lawn from pesky rabbits with effective strategies and natural deterrents. No trapping necessary!

These smart ideas will help you prep for a no-clutter yard work season.

Zoom in on one of these teeny-tiny nests and 
take a tour of its artful structure.

Grow this nectar-rich salvia to feed more hummingbirds.

There’s no sense installing a beam that’s not supported by a post. But that’s what this deck builder did. Maybe...

Here's the right way to do it

Gardening is more rewarding when your efforts meet with success. These gardening tips will help make that happen.

Air mattresses, inflatable beds, tires, balls, swimming pools— we spend a lot of time fiddling with hand pumps and air...