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If you love entertaining in your backyard, you'll need to make sure it's ready for guests come summer. Here are 18 ways to prep your backyard for an outdoor party.

You showed us hundreds of lush and colorful outdoor spaces. Now see which ones were finalists in our annual Reader Remodel Contest

Set out a daybed, weather-resistant cushions, or one of our other finds, and in a short time you'll have the ultimate staycation escape.

In this guide, we walk you through how to transform a pair of vintage chairs into an outdoor bench that can be enjoyed for years to come.

Colorful plantings, winding pathways, and plenty of green screens transform an urban lot that's exposed to passersby on three sides into a private oasis

Composite decking is a beautiful, high performance, and environmentally-friendly way to create the outdoor oasis you've always wanted

Learn how to plant and maintain espaliered trees and shrubs, an elegant small-space solution for any yard.

Use our expert guide to create a first-rate outdoor kitchen—whether you're dreaming of a simple food-prep station or a built-in BBQ island.

Twelve years after taking on a barren backyard, this passionate gardener is still weaving it into a rich tapestry of color and texture.

You showed us your lush and charming outdoor spaces. Now see which ones were finalists in our annual Reader Remodel Contest

Set your summer grilling season up for success with these helpful tools and tricks to clean, maintain, and cook with your grill.

Transform an ordinary outdoor space into an open-air living room that adds value and comfort to your home year-round

Our guide will inspire you to create a functional and stylish outdoor space for an unforgettable al fresco dining experience.

Turn your outdoor space into your own personal sanctuary with these 7 easy-to-follow steps, and enjoy your backyard even more.

Read on to learn a landscape designer's strategies for maximizing the beauty and utility of a modest-size lot.

Looking for the best leaf blower? Gas, electric, backpack, or cordless? The pros at TOH offer their top leaf blower reviews to help you decide which is the best for you.

If you're hosting a yard sale, plan ahead and prepare for a long day of sales. Here are some tips and tricks to keep in mind.

Want an attractive pond in your backyard? Our guide explains what it takes to create a thriving aquatic centerpiece for your home.

These tales of outdoor transformations may just inspire you to build a pond of your own

Follow these simple steps to create backyard games and play structures and turn your home into the ultimate fun zone!

Transform your backyard with these 19 DIY projects that will add new beauty and functionality to your outdoor space.