Outdoors

If you want to steer clear of spring start up issues, this is one bit of gas mower maintenance you...

A little shock therapy is just what your pool needs to stay clean and sanitized for the winter. Here's all...

Estimating how many plants you'll need for your containers and garden beds isn't an exact science, but you'll come close...

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.

Can you plant pansies in the fall? Yes! They love the cooler temperatures of fall and spring. And you may...

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...

Overwintering tender annuals and tropical plants is a great way to keep your favorites from one season to the next.

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

Adding a work-friendly fleece vest to your wardrobe is a smart choice that pays off all year long.

Soft and comfortable, fleece jackets keep you warm without weighing you down. Check out our 10 favorites for both work...

Bare ground in the garden is an invitation for weeds and other soil problems to take over. Protect your garden...

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

Novice gardeners are often reluctant to plant roses. The truth is, roses are no more difficult to plant than any...

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...

How's your houseplant collection doing? If you love the plants but hate to (or forget to) water them, check out...

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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.

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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.