Garden Design

How to Make a DIY Hummingbird Feeder with a Mason Jar

Attract hummingbirds with this easy mason jar hummingbird feeder project that comes together in just a few steps. ...

How to Stop Birds from Flying into Windows

Window strikes are common and deadly for wild birds, especially in mating and migrating seasons. Here's how to stop birds from flying into windows. ...

How to Make a Hanging Orchid Planter

Make an orchid planter more dynamic by including hanging pots in your design. This DIY orchid hanging project can be done in under an hour with only a few materials. ...

Here's How to Dry and Preserve Flowers to Enjoy Their Beauty Year-Round

Learn how to dry flowers with air drying, silica gel, or even the microwave. These three methods to preserve flowers are great for wreaths, bouquets, and decorating projects. ...

The 25 Best White Flowers for Your Garden

White flowers add a tranquil touch to any garden, easily combine with boldly colored plants, and look timeless in all-white floral landscaping. ...

5 Must-Know Tips for Designing Moon Gardens That Shine at Night

Moon gardens bring a touch of magic to home landscapes. Get expert advice on safety considerations, plants, lighting, and decor for designing your own outdoor space to enjoy after dark. ...

This Gorgeous Yard Proves a Flower-Filled Meadow Is Possible, Even in a Small Space

A California family's meadow garden supports pollinators where their front lawn used to be. ...

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 Start a Beehive in Your Backyard in 5 Simple Steps

Assemble your own beehive in one⁠—hopefully warm and sunny⁠—day using materials from a Langstroth-style starter kit. ...

This Front Yard Prairie Garden Requires Almost No Maintenance

An Iowa gardener takes cues from nature to create an easy-care wildlife haven filled with colorful native plants. ...

How to Turn Your Backyard into a Wildlife Habitat

Attract birds, butterflies, bees, and critters to your backyard by creating a wildlife habitat with these tips. ...

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. ...

8 English Garden Ideas to Steal for a Dreamy Cottage-Style Landscape

These English garden ideas from Gravetye Manor's head gardener will infuse your yard with vibrant hues and timeless cottage charm. ...

Mix Houseplants and Spring Bulbs in an Easy-to-Make Dish Garden

Make this gorgeous tabletop garden display and enjoy the lush arrangement during the winter months before transferring the bulbs into your garden come spring. ...

27 Colorful Butterfly Plants to Attract These Pretty Pollinators

Growing these butterfly plants will fill your garden with plenty of winged wonders all summer long. ...

How to Attract Birds in the Winter and Feed Them What They Need

Follow these tips on safety precautions, creating habitat, the best bird food types, and feeder location to keep birds fed and protected in the winter. ...

21 Easy Ideas to Beautify Your Yard

Get great garden design tips from renowned Canadian designer Brian Minter. ...

How to Make a Tomato Cage Plant Stand

Repurpose a tomato cage to create a tall plant stand perfect for a front stoop container garden. Add rustic flair with rope-wrapped rows. ...

25 Top Plant Picks from the Better Homes & Gardens Test Garden®

These all-star perennials and shrubs are top performers from over the years in our test garden in Des Moines, Iowa. ...

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. ...