Outdoors

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...

Want to avoid deck decay and enjoy your outdoor space for the rest of your days? If you use these...

Looking for a cheap and easy way to clean your grill? No chemicals or brushes are needed for this nifty,...

Keep your deck looking new for years without any maintenance

Steer clear of these common mistakes for a safe (and delicious) backyard barbecue.

These cool pool accessories will change the way you enjoy time outdoors.

Maintain your lawn by learning how to avoid common mistakes.

Attracting hummingbirds is easy when you start thinking like a hummingbird! Experts Kenn and Kimberly Kaufman explain what these birds...

The Family Handyman editors have decades of experience building sheds. Here, they share their top lessons learned, so you can...

This 5-gallon bucket hack will slice your time doing yard work

Whether growing them for healthy snacking or craft wine making, grapes have a place in the home landscape. Here's a...

When felling a tree, it is imperative that you take the necessary precautions (and avoid these 16 no-nos) to keep...

When you’re building a deck or other structure solo, it’s pretty hard to level long joists and beams, then hold...

Gathering up those grass clippings has always been an integral part of the lawn care routine. But after looking at...

Garden beds can be fun to plant and tend, but as soon as unwanted plants invade, the battle begins. Your...

Make sure all the water in your garden hose really is gone before storing it.

When you plant a rain garden, you do your part for the environment, filtering runoff and protecting groundwater. Pick the...