Outdoors

How one book-loving Instagrammer built a room of her own in her Seattle backyard.

Brighten winter’s drab days by gifting yourself or a friend with the living color of flowering houseplants.

Take a load off this summer with these top-rated porch swings.

Shop the summer mainstay to bring timeless style to your porch, deck or patio.

Because sunny afternoons are best enjoyed in an Adirondack chair.

From protecting you and your family from the weather to adding a cohesive look to your house, a lot is riding on your siding choic …

The best leaf blower for you depends on how many trees you have, and how much tool maintenance you’re willing to do.

If you want more wildlife like butterflies, lightning bugs, birds and frogs in your yard next summer, leave the leaves on the grou …

We tested four easy methods for preserving hydrangeas blooms so they’ll last all year long. Take a look at the results and learn t …

Find the best ways to get rid of fall armyworms and protect your plants and grass.

Brian Brigantti, the brain behind RedLeaf Ranch, left New York City for rural middle Tennessee where he built a thriving farm and …

You don't have to head indoors as the temperatures drop. Keep your outdoor space warm and cozy with these essentials, and enjoy wa …

Boxelder bugs are primarily outdoor pests, but they can be a problem if they get into homes and workplaces. Find effective ways to …

Extend the life of your gardening gloves and learn how to keep them clean with these simple tips.

Learn how to grow fava beans (aka broad beans), a hardy cool-weather plant that produces tasty beans, pods and greens.

We asked three HGTV experts how they would repaint this classic Colonial. Read on to see the pretty palettes they chose.

If your yard is looking a little overgrown, your shrubs and bushes may need a trim. Here's what to cut and what to leave so your g …

Looking for a solution to keeping your plants watered while you're away? Here are three easy DIY self-watering planters that will …

Perk up your porch with our favorite all-weather wall art and decor for every outdoor style.

Lawn aerators can turn a dying lawn into a thriving one. Learn about how aerators work and shop our top recommendations.

Choose from spray and powder options alike.

Find out what professional exterminators and entomologists say about getting rid of termites and how to prevent them from attackin …

Is that a fire ant or a harmless red ant? Learn how to tell the difference and discover methods for eliminating them.

Today’s storage shed options are more attractive than you think.

Enjoy your dinners alfresco with our can't-miss Amazon outdoor dining set finds.

Learn how to make your backyard less tick-friendly and how to remove ticks the right way.

Bees love to feast on nectar like the sugar water in a hummingbird feeder. Learn effective ways to keep bees away from a hummingbi …