While you might not automatically thinking of these ornate items from the Victorian Era as prime decor for a modern garden, they can be pretty and practical.
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The grass you choose will depend on things like how much traffic you expect it to get, dog urine patch problems, and the climate. These are the best options.
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Have you got a ton of weeds in your veggie patch or lawn and are wondering how best to tackle them? Both pulling and mowing weeds have their benefits.
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Wondering what to do with those concrete blocks you don't need anymore? Let's explore whether they can safely be recycled and how to properly dispose of them.
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Raised beds can be a convenient addition to your garden, but if you don't want to build your own, Home Depot has a great, versatile option available.
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Whether you prefer a pretty glass creation or a sturdy cast aluminum structure, these are the most highly-rated bird baths at Lowe's, in a range of styles.
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It's possible for brass and aluminum to fuse together, creating problems for your hose. If it hasn't already fused, use this product to protect it.
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Crushed stone and gravel can both be great for driveways, and each offers pros and cons. Cost is important, though, so here's the price difference between them.
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In today’s quote of the day, gardener Monty Don explains that there are much more important things in life than momentary difficulties or imperfections.
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This flower, a star of cottage gardens, still grows at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello estate. In fact, you can order seeds to grow from those historic plants.
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Summer may feel like the perfect time for a cookout, but if you're in a location with a Red Flag Warning, you need to be very cautious about fire safety.
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This plant is aromatic, but not because of its flowers; the scent is in its leaves and stems. Those hollow stems can provide a home for overwintering bees, too.
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Landscape fabric is often used under gravel driveways to block weeds, but it can make the issue worse. Try this material, which is thicker and costs nothing.
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Once popular in European gardens, this colorful wildflower was a hit with butterflies — and there’s a native version that’s ideal for your garden.
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This limited-edition blower tool from Ryobi is a lightweight option that's easy to carry around, but still powerful enough to clear out tough yard waste.
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It makes sense that these wood-eating insects would love a wood pile, but how do you get rid of them and keep them away from your garden and house?
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This idea from a 1925 Better Homes & Gardens reader is remarkably similar to DIYs you see in 2026. The DIY bird bath cost 60 cents then, or about $11.30 today.
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These flowers aren't ones you see every day, but many can be grown in a garden. Others are so rare you can only read about them, or view their beauty from afar.
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Full of lush roses, hydrangeas, hostas, and more, my "dream yard" turned out to be more trouble than it's worth. Here’s what I replaced it with.
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If you're still trying to rake weeds out of your gravel driveway, it's time to switch to a tool that's much more effective for weed removal.
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Edging can be one of the key components of your landscaping that keeps things neatly sequestered, and Costco has a great option for an even better price.
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From how often you should change the water to which products to use, if you want a safe and welcoming bird bath, follow these cleaning dos and don'ts.
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This lovely bloom offers accessible nectar for hummingbirds, which will keep them coming back to your garden. Fun fact: It's the only species in its genus.
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One simple September gardening task can save you plenty of work when spring arrives while helping prepare your flower beds and vegetable garden for winter.
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Keeping ticks away might be as simple as finding a scent that they will avoid. These citrus compound is completely natural, but deters dangerous ticks.
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Some people might think this yard feature is a sign of poor landscaping or overwatering, but it can be done intentionally to draw more bees and butterflies.
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Container plants can be fussy about water, since the soil dries out more quickly than in the ground -- that's why this summer tweak is extra important.
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