

Unconventional Ideas for Greenhouses
From old buses to recycled windows and pallets, these crafty DIYers thought outside the box when building their repurposed greenhouses.


Purple Leaf Pergola Kit Review: Is It The Best Louvered Pergola Kit of 2024?
Cool off and spiff up your outdoor living space with this low-cost Family Handyman Approved pergola kit.


6 Best Glass Greenhouses
Glass greenhouses add a classic, high-end look to your home, and their impressive light transmission provides the ideal environment for...

The Best Deer Fencing to Protect Your Garden
Want to keep deer out of your yard and garden? Build a fence. Here are some of the best deer...

7 Popular Vinyl Fence Colors
Frame your home and increase your curb appeal with these popular vinyl fence colors.


Homeowner’s Guide To Irrigation Systems
You can irrigate your lawn or garden with an automated sprinkler or drip system. Sprinklers irrigate more widely, but they...


Should You Use Expanding Foam for Fence Posts?
Expanding foam for setting fence posts is a recent innovation. We asked two experts how it compares to concrete for...

How To Build an A-Frame Swing for Kids
Want to inspire some old-fashioned outdoor play? Learn how to build this simple backyard swing and frame.

9 DIY Indoor Greenhouses
No outdoor space for growing plants? No problem! Create the perfect environment inside your home with these DIY indoor greenhouse...

4 Best Greenhouse Plastics
Greenhouses covered with glass can be beautiful. But for the DIY gardener, greenhouse plastic is a more practical option.


Best Solar Furnace, Electric, PV Panels Greenhouse Heaters & How to Buy One
Think of solar greenhouse heaters as a way to supplement existing heating systems. They're out there, but some assembly may...

Tips for Staining a Fence
If your to-do list includes giving that old fence a fresh new look, these tips for staining a fence will...


How To Choose the Best Greenhouse Materials
Considering buying a greenhouse kit or building one from scratch? Expert Shelby DeVore has some advice to help you choose...

Does the Skeeter Hawk Fly Trap Work? Tested & Reviewed
We tried this chemical-free flying insect trap to limit the number of irritating mosquito bites we endured. Here's what we...

How To Grow an Avocado Tree
Yes, you can grow your own avocados, if you have patience and the right climate. Or just grow one from...


Signs You Have Moles in Your Yard
Mole tunnels have rooms, including kitchens for storing earthworms to eat later. Learn the signs of moles in your yard.


8 Popular Wood Fence Styles
Choose the wood fence style that best matches your needs, whether you want traditional pickets or natural, rustic charm.

Homeowner’s Guide To Trampolines
The kids want a trampoline. Should you get one? Are they safe? Are they a hassle? Unfortunately, the answers are...

8 Best Grow Lights for a Greenhouse
Whether you're setting up a traditional greenhouse or something customized for your specific needs, grow lights may be your key...

Can This Popular Vinegar Mixture Really Keep Weeds Out of Patio Cracks?
Is vinegar really the natural weed killer that will take care of all your weed problems?

9 DIY Mini Greenhouse Ideas
These creative DIY mini greenhouse ideas keep your plants happy while adding beautiful decor to your indoor or outdoor space.

Best Electric, Oil & Propane Greenhouse Heaters for Efficient Plant Growth
You've given your plants shelter from the winter by building a greenhouse. Now you need a greenhouse heater to take...


8 Best Portable Greenhouses to Conveniently Protect Plant Life
Harvest plump tomatoes in winter and enjoy beets all summer long with the best portable greenhouses that expand the growing...

8 Best Rabbit Fences for Your Garden
There are many rabbit-proof fence options. Your choice depends on your budget, your patience for installation and how long you...

How to Build a Portable DIY Sauna
DIY a portable sauna? No sweat.

10 Best Plants To Grow in a Greenhouse
If your growing season is short, try growing these warm-weather plants in your greenhouse.

What Is the Optimal Temperature for a Greenhouse?
A greenhouse extends your garden fun all year long, but what's the right temperature to keep your plants happy?

6 Ways To Keep Deer Out of Your Yard
Foraging deer can quickly take the fun out of gardening. Fortunately, there are ways to keep those deer out of...

Greenhouses & Acreage
The projects and features in our greenhouse and acreage package are a modernized take on living on and with the...