Low-Maintenance Landscaping That Lasts
Low-maintenance landscaping cuts yard work with drought-tolerant plants, drip irrigation, smart timers, and hardscaping that stays sharp year-round.
Vertical Herb Garden: The Complete Guide
Build and grow a thriving vertical herb garden: indoor vs outdoor, the best systems and herbs, plus light, watering, feeding, pruning, and pest tips.
Backyard Landscaping Ideas by Zone
Backyard landscaping ideas by zone: hardscaping, planting, lighting, water features, and budget DIY fixes you can build one weekend corner at a time.
Pet-Safe Plants for Homes with Cats and Dogs
A guide to pet-safe plants for cats and dogs: non-toxic houseplants and patio picks, plus how to style, water, and protect them from curious paws.
How to Play Ladder Toss: Rules and Setup
Learn how to play ladder toss, from the rules and 21-point scoring to court setup, throwing technique, and how to build your own backyard set.
13 Heat-Tolerant Perennials for Late Summer
These 13 heat-tolerant perennials bloom through late summer, shrug off drought and poor soil, and keep bees and butterflies fed with little fuss.
Vegetables to Plant in July for a Fall Harvest
The best vegetables to plant in July for a fall harvest, with days to maturity, frost-date timing, and how to start cool-season crops in summer heat.
The Best Backyard Bocce Ball Sets
How to choose a backyard bocce ball set: ball material and size, build quality, and the best sets for casual family play through serious competition.
Best Organic Lawn Fertilizer: A Buyer’s Guide
Compare the best organic lawn fertilizers by nitrogen source, coverage, and cost, and learn how to feed your grass all season without burning it.
How to Grow Firecracker Bush for Hummingbirds
Grow firecracker bush at home with practical tips on planting, light and soil needs, watering, pruning, propagation, pest control, and pollinators.
How to Build an Outdoor Fire Pit Step by Step
Learn how to build an outdoor fire pit step by step: choose a safe site, lay a drainage base, stack the stone wall, set a fire ring, and finish it right.
Best Soil for Raised Garden Beds: The Right Mix
The best soil for raised garden beds blends topsoil, compost, and aeration. Here’s the ratio to mix, what to buy, and how to keep the bed healthy.