Outdoors

Once you know how to prune them, raspberries are easy to grow, easy to pick and delicious to eat.

From raised beds to balcony planters, these simple vegetable garden ideas will inspire you to turn your outdoor space into...

Squash is easy to grow. If you have room for them, winter and summer squash plants produce a lot of...

Take your passion for cooking nearly anywhere with this Family Handyman Approved portable pellet grill.

A fiercely degreasing hand soap that's still gentle on your skin?  Give this Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap a...

Bollard posts are short, stout posts used around buildings or as roadway dividers. They resemble tree trunks, which are also...

Gardening pros say that despite oodles of online claims to the contrary, vinegar is not all that effective or useful...

Add solar fence lights to brighten up your yard, enhance your landscape and make your outdoor space remind you of...

Nothing says "home sweet home" better than window planter boxes. They add a touch of green, splashes of color and...

This rotating compost bin makes spinning my garden's favorite treat easier than ever — and it churns out more compost.

You can successfully grow sweet corn even if you don't have a huge garden or backyard. Here's how to do...

Looking for an eco-friendly way to clean your vinyl siding? Give the American-made Siding Brush a try.

From DIY projects to store-bought kits, use these raised bed garden ideas to take your garden to a new height!

If you spend a lot of time out on your deck or patio, these tips are for you!

Don't let its dainty-looking flowers fool you — bindweed is noxious, and you don't want it taking over your landscape.

You can plant peas early in spring, weeks before your garden is frost-free. Plus, homegrown peas are delicious!

Struggling with what to grow in your yard's shady spots? These 10 ground covers are problem-solvers, and many are natives...

Trex may be the original composite decking, but it has lots of competition. Choose the best composite decking for you...

It's disappointing when a lilac bush doesn't bloom. Here's how to evaluate your non-blooming lilac and take steps to ensure...

The secret to a successful cookout is a clean charcoal grill. Here's how to get your grill into tip top...

Transform your backyard into the perfect relaxing hideaway with these cozy outdoor seating ideas. Now all you need is a...

Some soil colors are gardening gold, while others are a bust. Here's what your soil color means for gardening success,...

If you want a deck without the hassle of digging and pouring deep footings, check out these great-looking floating deck...

A great patio door is simple to use, enhances the overall style of your home and allows easy access to...

Here's how to build maintenance-free seating out of framing lumber and composite decking.

What sweet-smelling harbinger of spring was introduced into American gardens in the 18th century, and is still popular in them...

Hate mowing your lawn? Plant a no mow lawn and reduce that chore to once or twice a year while...

Lilacs are a beautiful, sweet-smelling sign of spring, whether in shrub or tree form. What differences between the two do...

Design and construct the outdoor cooking center of your dreams.