We built these concrete patio pavers with cedar accent decks for the shipping container house I am building out in Joshua tree CA. The sun out here in the California desert is quite harsh and I wanted ...

Santi recommends the following planting distances for trees and other types of vegetation: Small shrubs (under 3 feet tall): 3 to 4 feet from the foundation Medium shrubs (3 to 5 feet tall): 4 to 6 ...

WITH the cost of living crisis showing no signs of easing, many homeowners are looking to make better use of their homes and gardens. Rather than heading out to a pub garden to enjoy the sunshine, ...

The city of Los Angeles recently planted 1,400 new street trees along multiple corridors in the neighborhood of Boyle Heights ...

You can’t air condition the outdoors—but you can lower the temperature with some thoughtful landscaping decisions. If you ...

Some of McCurry's favorite pieces to use in a patio are upholstered swivel chairs. "They're extremely comfortable and really ...

Curved concrete walls direct light towards the altar of Narac Church, completed by architecture practice Arkpro Studio in ...

An unassuming dogwood tree outside Camp David became the solution to a devastating disease. A University of Tennessee professor found it.

I simply refuse to let the recent dour weather dampen my enthusiasm for the onset of spring. Bulbs are up and beginning to ...

Rodents and larger insects can also create holes in the ground that are perfect spaces for snake nests. These holes can be found embedded in grass, in piles of dirt or sand, or under piles of logs or ...

2. THE CONDITION OF THE TREE: Large, old water oak trees commonly have rotten trunks, even though there may be no outward ...

Having a deck makes it easier to gather outdoors. Discover deck ideas to upgrade your backyard space with furniture, layout, ...