Outdoor Living

Whether your yard needs work or is already an oasis, we've got the best patio inspo and firepit plans — we'll help you elevate your time outside.

Garden

Whether gardening to you is planting flowers, growing vegetables, or pruning shrubs, The Habitat answers all your spade and soil questions!

Edible Plants

From cherry tomatoes to butternut squash, you can grow a whole cornucopia right in your own backyard — if you know how. The Habitat takes you through the finer points of raising vegetables and fruits in your garden. Your grocery store days could be coming to an end!

Ornamental Plants

From flower beds to patio pots to hanging planters, decorative greenery and flowers can spruce up any yard and home and are often easy to care for.

Gardening

Gardening: a chance to get outdoors, dig in the dirt, and grow your own vegetables and flowers. Check out our tips!

Landscaping

All the details on how to get rid of backyard pests, prune your shrubs, and choose the best plants for a gorgeous green outdoor space of any size.

Keep the smells and tastes of summer going year&#x2d;round by becoming a seasoned pro at winter grilling.

Become a Pro at Winter Grilling

A backyard pond adds a whole new dimension of beauty to your landscape. Keeping it clean and fresh can be a challenge but it's well worth the effort.

Easy Tips for Keeping Your Backyard Pond Beautiful

Firefly habitats in the wild are diminishing, but anyone can recreate the perfect firefly environment in their own yard or outdoor space.

Attracting Fireflies: Making New Backyard Friends

Embrace your outdoor area and spend more time there with these creative patio ideas that will help you develop a custom layout you'll love.

Patio Decor Ideas for an Outdoor Haven

If you want to build their own bat house, use online specs or buy a kit. Either way, follow a few simple tips to make your bat house tempting to guests.

How to Become a DIY Bat House Landlord

Whether or not you have kids, a treehouse makes an excellent addition to your backyard,s adding a sense of wonder and a spot to relax.

Treehouse Ideas to Impress Kids and Adults Alike

If you're a fan of alfresco dining, an outdoor kitchen can be an absolute lifesaver, while also adding a real touch of class to your backyard.

Outdoor Kitchen Ideas for Alfresco Chefs

Pergolas provide stylish shelter from the wind and sizzling summer sun. Adding one of these practical structures is a great way to revamp your backyard.

Perk Up Your Party Game With a Backyard Pergola

An outdoor deck is your personal retreat. Even the most awkward spaces can become functional and beautiful with the right deck design.

Design the Deck of Your Dreams

Whether your decor is rustic, modern, or vintage chic, a custom deck rail provides safety without sacrificing your backyard style.

Deck Railing Inspiration for Your Outdoor Oasis

Whether your backyard is more for gardening, relaxing, or entertaining, everyone could use some clever new garden decor inspiration now and then.

Garden Decor Ideas to Transform Your Outdoor Space

A swimming pool is a great backyard addition but can be extremely expensive. Why not build a creative DIY swimming pool?