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.

Chipmunks are cute, but they can quickly become the bane of a home owner's existence. There are plenty of humane ways to keep these pests under control.

Get Rid of Chipmunks With These Humane Repellents

With the right plan and some expert tips, you can build a chicken coop that gives your feathered friends everything they need to thrive.

Build the Perfect Backyard Chicken Coop

A DIY bird feeder adds a personalized touch and is a great way to attract colorful songbirds and other interesting feathered friends to your yard.

Feed Your Feathered Friends With These DIY Bird Feeders

The front porch of a home is a visitor's first impression. Whatever your goals with the space, a little TLC will go a long way.

Easy and Creative Ideas for a Welcoming Front Porch

If you’re dreaming of your own garden but feel constrained by your living space, don’t worry! There are plenty of balcony garden options.

Space Saving Ideas for Turning Your Balcony Into a Garden

Fire pits elevate a space, but they’re also fun to spend time with friends and family. Thankfully, building one is just a matter of time and effort.

How to Build the Perfect DIY Fire Pit for You

Raising chickens is a great way to provide healthy, organic nourishment for your household. A good chicken coop is essential.

DIY Chicken Coop Ideas for Every Home

If your yard has a big enough tree, building a treehouse is a great way to give your kids something to cherish for years to come.

Tips for Building a Treehouse

Nothing beats gathering around a roaring fire pit with family and friends, especially when you're outside in the fresh air, under the stars.

Fantastic Tips For The Best Ever Firepit

Once you've made the initial investment in a quality hummingbird feeder, all you have to do is learn how to make hummingbird food. Luckily, it's easy!

How to Start Feeding Hummingbirds

Pesticides and herbicides often contain harsh chemicals. Homemade weed killers do not saturate soil or plant roots, offering a safer option.

How to Make Homemade Weed Killer

Mosquitos are annoying when they buzz around, and their bites can cause painful welts. Here's how to make your summer as mosquito&#x2d;free as possible.