Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

Portland homeowners can transform soggy backyards into functional ecosystems while qualifying for city discounts on ...

Echo has considerable experience with gas engine pole saws (which we highly recommend, by the way) and this battery version does justice to the company’s expertise with these tools. Fully extended, ...

Spring has sprung! As winter has started fading away and the days have grown longer, nature is beginning to awaken for spring. One of the most exciting parts of the early spring season is the leaves ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? If you’ve ever struggled to push an overloaded wheelbarrow across your yard, you’ll ...

Magnolias are generally known for their stunning blooms and large, glossy leaves, but there are many species with other ...

A narrow side yard supports food and flowers with permaculture techniques. What to do with that narrow strip between your house and the neighbor’s? With sustainable, permaculture techniques, Tyaga ...

Rats love some of these veggies because they grow deep in the ground, which is ideal for the sneaky critters, while they ...

The backyard as we know it today started in the 1960s, as more Americans left big cities for a more private suburban life -- ...

There was a time when luxury meant something shiny and fast, a statement piece that caught eyes and turned heads. Today, prestige blooms differently. The backyard garden has become the new mark of ...