The covered platform near a house’s front door has been called many things: porch, portico, veranda, stoop, lanai, piazza. But whatever you call it, this architectural phenomenon is distinctly ...

Before you add that Jack-o'-lantern to your front porch, think about the planters your porch will sport in the early weeks of fall. With all the colors and blooms available during the fall, your home ...

A porch planter is a great way to spruce up your front door area, to make it more cozy and inviting or more serene and private. Either way the options are endless, here are 12 examples. A porch ...

After the first frosts have killed the annual plants in your outdoor pots, should you empty out your containers before winter ...

Most of us do the same thing every fall. Look around the house, notice the outdoor planters sitting by the fence, and think ...

Last year, I was dying to have some deck rail planters to grow spinach and lettuce in, but I couldn’t find any that were the right size (or that I liked well enough for the price). So this year, I ...

A minimalist ceramic planter or sleek, raised garden bed may suit those who prefer modern décor. But if your style leans toward classic country or rustic and you want to avoid railing planters or ...

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If you want to add some color to your outdoor space this summer and are lucky enough to have a deck or balcony, buying a railing planter is an easy way to do it. They mount to the edge of your railing ...

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"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When it comes to decorating your home’s exterior for the holidays, there’s a lot of fanfare around the ...

The affordable item is super durable and allows you to incorporate a wide variety of plants and flowers SOMETIMES you have to think outside the box – or rather the season – when getting a head start ...