Garden Lines, Textures, Colors and Other Elements of Landscape Design
For the most beautiful landscaping, it's important to understand garden lines, textures, colors, light, scale, pattern, and other elements of design.
Garden Design
18 Native Plants with Year-Round Interest for a Continuously Beautiful Garden
These native plants help keep your gardening looking good through the seasons.
What Is a Permaculture Garden? Plus 12 Tips for Planting Your Own
With these 12 tips on how to grow a permaculture garden, you can streamline garden chores, improve the soil, and grow healthier plants.
How to Attract Birds to a Feeder in Your Yard
Get expert advice on how to attract birds to a feeder so you can enjoy plenty of winged visitors wherever you live.
Beekeeping for Beginners: What You Need To Know To Start a Hive
This fascinating hobby not only rewards you with honey, it's beneficial to the environment, too. Here's how to start and maintain your own bee colony.
17 Orange Flower Garden Ideas to Brighten Up Your Space
Brightly colored flowers add sizzle and visual excitement to your yard, so check out these orange flower garden ideas.
How to Plant a Border Garden that Will Add Color to Your Landscape
Learn how to create a vibrant border garden that will compliment your landscape and provide visual appeal of completeness.
Birds Will Flock to Your Garden When You Plant Grasses for Wildlife
Ornamental grasses for wildlife that bring birds to your garden are those that offer both food and shelter. Make your yard a bird favorite with these.
How to Make a DIY Rain Barrel from a Garbage Can in 5 Easy Steps
Transform an outdoor garbage can into a DIY rain barrel with these easy step-by-step instructions.
Why an English Cottage Garden Might Be the Secret to Better Curb Appeal
The flowering English cottage garden might be the trending landscaping option your yard has been missing. Read expert takes on the English cottage garden trend.
The Living Wall Is the Natural Next Step for Decorating with Plants
Bring nature indoors in a large-scale way with this green trend. Living walls are walls covered in plants, and there are several different ways to try one in your space.
How to Make Hummingbird Food with Only Two Ingredients
You may be surprised by how simple it is to make this hummingbird food recipe—all you need is two ingredients to make an easy homemade nectar recipe.
Visiting the Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden®
The BHG Test Garden is a beautiful green space that has something to see in all seasons.
7 Genius Garden Design Ideas from an Iconic American Landscape
Artfully blend formal and wild with these garden design ideas from Hollister House in Connecticut.
9 Creative Tree Stump Ideas for Adding a Natural Touch to Your Garden
These tree stump ideas are an easy way to turn an eyesore into an asset. Put stumps to use as rustic planters, pedestals, and more.
Grow Perfect Tomatoes with This PVC Trellis
Protect your homegrown produce and learn how to make an arbor made with PVC pipes. This easy project is much less expensive than store-bought options!
Create a Formal Landscape
Clean and classic, formal landscapes never go out of style. Here's how to get the look—even if you garden in shade.
How to Build a DIY Outdoor Concrete Table
Build a DIY outdoor concrete table that will withstand the elements and rejuvenate your yard with our how-to step-by-step guide.
5 Expert Tips for Helping Hummingbirds During Heat Waves
Help hummingbirds during heat waves with these expert tips on maintaining feeders properly and providing water and shade.
Here's How to Attract Colorful and Cheerful Songbirds to Your Yard
To learn how to attract songbirds to your backyard, follow our ten suggestions. Before you know it, there'll be lovely sounds of nature around you.