What Makes a Pool Turn Green and How Do I Fix It?
Learn about the five most common causes of green pool water and how to fix a green pool for good.
13 Easy Plants to Bolster Backyard Landscaping
They're as easy on the eyes as they are easy to grow. Meet 13 garden superstars that don't take a...
How to Build a DIY Tree Swing
Looking for an easy kids' swing to add to a tree in your yard? All you need is some rope,...
20 Bad Spring Yard Work Habits You Need to Stop Doing
It's been a long winter and you're ready to start some yard work. But before you grab that rake or...
12 Sandboxes Worth Sticking Your Toes Into
Playing in sand is fun for kids and adults. If you don't live near a beach, here's how to bring...
Sprinkler Repair: How to Unclog Sprinklers
Remove mineral deposits from lawn sprinklers quickly and easily.
How to Fix a Weedy & Patchy Lawn
Work a little, water a lot — then enjoy!
How to Grow and Care for Hostas
Shade-loving hostas add lushness, color and volume to your garden. Follow these tips for getting the most out of landscaping...
Landscaping: Tips for Your Backyard
Adding walls and paths to your landscape transforms it into something truly special. Here's a collection of pro building tricks...
Install an In-Ground Drainage System
Drain water away from your home and dry out your soggy yard with this in-ground system.
How to Install Concrete Flower Bed Edging
Edging lends a crisp, clean, finished look to a flower bed. It also keeps the lawn from migrating into the...
How to Pour a Concrete Slab Successfully: 31 Tips
Building a shed this spring? Before you can even think about raising the walls, it’s imperative to have a solid...
How to Hide an Air Conditioner: 9 Clever Ways
As long as you don't block the air flow and you make sure the AC unit is accessible, covering that...
2-Hour Project: How to Build a Cantina Bird Feeder
This two-hour project is a fun and clever way to attract some feathery friends to your yard, and to hone...
How to Prevent Weeds in Flower Beds
No one likes to see weeds sprouting in their flower beds. After all, you plant flowers to enjoy a profusion...
The Best Garden and Lawn Edging Ideas & Tips
Three simple, attractive, low-maintenance garden and lawn edging ideas to inspire.
Use Landscape Pins and Staples to Prevent Gaps in Your Garden’s Landscape Fabric
Stop landscape fabric from wandering
10 Best Curb Appeal Before and After Makeovers
Give your home a curb appeal makeover and get your neighbors thinking someone else moved in.
If My Lawn Turns Brown This Summer, How Do Make it Green Again?
Why does grass turn brown in the summer? We'll show you some common causes of brown spots and dying grass,...
How to Identify Different Types of Trees
Whether you're taking a walk in the park or simply admiring your neighbor's landscape, it's nice to be able to...
How to Grow Greener Grass
Learn the secrets on how to grow healthier, thicker and greener grass from our staff expert. These are our best...
Repave Your Driveway for Instant Curb Appeal
Instant curb appeal for $100
How to Replace a Broken Lawn Sprinkler Head
It's pretty easy to damage a sprinkler head with your mower if the head sits too high.
How to Build a Low-Maintenance Water Feature
Construct a simple (one-weekend!) stone and gravel fountain that needs almost no maintenance.
Ten Handy Lawn Mowing Tips
There are 'right' and 'wrong' ways to mow grass.
How to Install a Drip Irrigation System in Your Yard
Save time, save water and pamper your plants
How To Install a Birdhouse Post
Learn how to install a post for your birdhouse.
How To Buy Quality Lawn Seed
Reseeding is a job you can do in a weekend if you have an average-size lawn.
How to Prepare Your Yard for a Backyard Wedding
Hosting a backyard wedding and/or a backyard wedding reception not only allows for a more relaxed atmosphere, it's also a...