Backyard Makeover: Faux & Fabulous

Add these backyard plants for an extra dose of privacy. From trees to shrubs, these plants will look great in any home.

Designer Cynthia Ferguson transformed this space with color, vintage finds and woven furniture!

In this backyard makeover, designer Roseanne Greco made her outdoor space super low-maintenance, thanks to composite boards and faux turf!

To get the most out of your garden, choose a mix of plants that will blooms all year long. Follow these expert tips to design a long-blooming garden.

Discover how to create shade in your backyard, using cover options like umbrellas, gazebos, tents, and trees.

Let’s look at a few porch ideas that can make yours one of the very best “places” in the house.

A she shed provides a private, personalized space you can use as an office, reading nook, crafting zone, and more. Use these she shed ideas to create a customized oasis that's just for you.

Experts give cleaning tips for keeping your deck or patio in tip-top shape—from pressure washing to wiping lights to cleaning the grill

by Amanda Rose Newton By the time we hit the year 2050, our global population will cross the 10 billion mark. While it may not be on the front burner of many of our thoughts, this raises the question of how we are going to be able to meet the growing need for quality food.

Did you know that hydrangeas can actually thrive inside the house? Here's how to grow hydrangeas indoors and enjoy their beauty year-round.

Browse our best summer porch ideas including outdoor decor, plants, fixtures, and furnishings.

Know when to start planting vegetables with detailed instructions by month on how to prep, plant, and maintain your garden.

For a weed killer stronger than old-school weed pulling, but still natural and toxin-free, try these do-it-yourself, homemade weed killers made with ingredients most likely laying around the house. See a natural weed killer with lemon, a homemade weed killer that uses salt or Borax, and more easy, homemade ways to kill weeds.

Overseeding—the process of adding new grass seed to existing turf—is something that you should tackle once per year, and preferably in the fall, says our expert.

When chosen strategically, the right plants will not only add beauty to your backyard, but also some much-appreciated privacy.

Have it made in the shade with these picks

Make your porch even more inviting by painting it one of these designer-approved hues. Our experts shared their favorite porch paint colors for a beautiful space.

Here are EASY spring deck maintenance tips from Mike Holmes that you need to follow when inspecting your deck.

Discover how planted boundaries and screens can provide beauty, privacy and wildlife benefits to your outdoor space

Designing the perfect backyard can take some time as there are hundreds of different concepts that are currently trending. However, one trend that has yet …

Vinegar weed killer is an effective way to remove weeds from your garden. Here, experts share how to make vinegar weed killer and why it works.

Here's how to attract birds to your backyard garden, according to the experts—brush piles, bird feeders, nesting boxes, and growing native plants.

Here are 5 Tips For Choosing Garden Furniture that will easily spruce up your garden space no matter what your budget or style.

So, you're wondering how to mow a lawn. There's more to this crucial piece of lawn maintenance than simply moving a mower around.

It's important to consider these things before you commit to installing a pool.   Infographic by: https://bluehaven. com