Landscaping
5 Gorgeous Rock Landscaping Ideas
Consider the various ways of using rocks in your landscape design—and the many benefits.
The 5 Best Chainsaws (2023 Review)
The type of chainsaw you pick can have a large impact on whether you end up with a clean cut or a splintered disaster. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best chainsaws on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home. The products included in this article are available at various home improvement stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
End-of-Summer Yard and Garden Cleanup Tips
Give your lawn and garden the care they need by removing debris, dividing crowded perennials, and adding mulch—so plants can come back stronger.
How to Build a Kitchen Garden
A symmetrical design of raised beds grows out of a blank patch of turf, adding beauty and productivity to the landscape.
How to Grow Hebe Shrubs
These vibrant, versatile bushes can bring color and beauty to your garden all year long. Here’s what you need to know about planting, pruning, and propagating hebe shrubs.
All About Mulch
Ask This Old House landscape contractor Jenn Nawada explains the purposes of different types of mulch and demonstrates a few application techniques.
Low-Maintenance Fruit Trees to Grow in Your Yard
If you’ve ever fantasized about growing a fruit tree, it’s entirely possible, even if you don’t have acres of land. A small backyard or even a pot on a balcony will do.
Outdoor Rooms Roundup
Looking to eke a little more living out of your backyard patch of green? As the past year has made clear, outdoor spaces are vital to our well-being—and they can double our dining, entertaining, and hangout space. Here’s how three couples created a bit of paradise in their own backyards.
How To Kill a Tree Stump
From home remedies to professional solutions, here’s everything you need to know about getting rid of a tree stump in your yard.
All About Arborvitaes
Ask This Old House landscape contractor Jenn Nawada explains some of the basics of selecting and caring for a couple different species of arborvitae.
6 Budget-Friendly Landscaping Projects
When a house needs a lot of attention, the yard can get short shrift. Here are some budget-friendly ways to improve your great outdoors.
How to Reface a Concrete Wall
Mark McCullough and Jenn Nawada work together to reface an ugly concrete wall with a thin stone veneer to better match the rest of the patio that surrounds it.
Future House | Automated Landscaping Technology
Home technology expert, Ross Trethewey explores a variety of ways that landscaping could be done automatically via robots and smart home products.
All About Japanese Maples
Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada explains how to identify Japanese maple trees and how to incorporate them in a landscape design.
How to Install Outdoor Landscape Lighting
Heath Eastman demonstrates how to install landscape lighting along a garden path. Adding landscape lighting to a walkway or path can improve the look and experience of the area.
The 5 Best Lawn Mowers (2023 Review)
A quality lawn mower keeps your grass groomed and healthy. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best lawn mowers on Amazon to help you find the one that’s right for you. The products included in this article are available at various retail stores, local home centers, and online retailers like Amazon.
A Complete Guide to Autumn Cherry Trees
Autumn cherry trees reveal their stunning pink-white blossoms in early spring—and do an encore in fall.
The Best Grass That Grows in Shade
Learn the secrets of growing a lush lawn in low light—from selecting hardy shade-tolerant species to providing them with tender loving care.
Everything You Need to Know About Tri-Color Dappled Willow Trees
Tri-color dappled willow trees are stunning, with gracefully arched branches and new growth that shifts from a lustrous pale pink to whitish-green.
Everything You Need to Know About Weeping Willow Trees
Weeping willow trees are a classic for a reason—these gently arching beauties add drama and elegance to any landscape.
R.P. Marzilli & Company Review
R.P. Marzilli & Company is a leading landscape firm based in the New England area. Keep reading to learn more about their services.
Christy Webber Landscapes Review
Christy Webber Landscapes is a full-service landscape design company based in Chicago. Read on for information about services and pricing in your area.
Pierre Landscape Review
Pierre Landscape provides eco-friendly landscaping services to Los Angeles residents. Read our review to learn about services and how Pierre stacks up against the competition.
Mariani Landscape Review
If you’re a Chicago resident looking for landscaping services, consider Mariani Landscape. Read our review to learn more about services, pricing, and customer reviews.
Heartland Turf & Landscape Review
Heartland Turf & Landscape is a Kansas-based landscaping and lawn care company that provides services like overseeding, leaf removal, and pest control. Keep reading our review to learn more.
Cagwin & Dorward Review
If you’re looking for lawn care and landscaping services, Cagwin & Dorward may be right for you. Keep reading to learn about Cagwin & Dorward services, pricing, and customer reviews.
Denison Landscaping Review
If you’re looking for a traditional landscaping business that offers full-service design and installation services, consider Denison Landscaping. Read this review to learn more about services and availability.
How to Anchor Hardscaping with Plants | This Old House: Live
Ask This Old House landscape contractor Jenn Nawada helps out a friend with some plantings that work well with a winding, brick walkway.
6 Best Chemical Sprayers (2024 Guide)
In this guide, our team reviews and recommends the best chemical sprayers for every type of type of residential or commercial job.
How to Design an Outdoor Kitchen
Ask This Old House landscape contractor Jenn Nawada discusses the common elements she includes in outdoor kitchen designs.
7 Best Weed Eaters (2024 Guide)
Whether you’re looking for a heavy-duty weed eater to tackle large jobs or a basic model to use around your yard, we’ve gathered the best weed eater options to help you find the right product.
Create Your Best Yard Yet
Getting ahead of your yard work is the difference between enjoying the seasonal rituals of planting, weeding, and deadheading—and falling behind and making the whole thing feel like drudgery. Read this guide to learn what you can do to create your ideal yard.