
Yards
Find creative ideas and practical tips for transforming your yard, with guides on landscaping, maintenance, and do-it-yourself (DIY) projects.
A Garden Shed That Doubles as a Gate
Using some salvaged materials and a design all his own, TOH reader David Campbell built a great-looking passthrough shed for gardening gear
27 Easy Summer Weekend Projects
Looking for something to preoccupy your time this summer? Take a look at this roundup of our summer projects.
Best Yard Before and Afters 2011
You submitted thousands of remodels, then voted on your favorites. Here are the top-rated yard and garden transformations from our annual Reader Remodel Contest
Cook Up a Great Outdoor Kitchen
Been hankering for an open-air cooking area? Here, our guide to the ingredients it takes to make a five-star space
How To Rejuvenate a Dying Lawn
Read advice from TOH landscape contractor Roger Cook on how to revive a half-dead lawn with this DIY guide.
Backyard Remodel: Living Large in a Small Yard
Have a small backyard but big dreams for it? Check out these seven strategies for turning a not-so-big yard into a beautiful escape.
Shrub Pruning Dos and Don'ts for Healthy Shrubs
Not sure how to shape up the shrubs in your yard? In our guide, we explain proper pruning fixes for several common problems.
A Step by Step Guide to Building a Garden Arbor Bench
A DIY garden arbor bench provides a cozy seating spot. Read this article for step-by-step instructions on how to build your own.
How To Plant a Bamboo Screen
This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook helps a pair of homeowners select and plant a privacy screen using bamboo plants.
Backyard Renovation: Creating a Low-Maintenance Yard
Using no-fuss materials and water-thrifty plantings, this landscaping pro gave his small urban lot plenty of visual punch
How To Collect Water With Rain Barrels
Our guide covers how to use rain barrels to collect water for non-potable and potable uses. Learn what you'll need and regulations to follow.
How to Get Rid of Weeds
Learn how to kill weeds in your lawn without killing your grass.
All About Sprinklers
What's the best kind of sprinkler for your yard or garden? This guide will help you decide on the right sprinkler for any green space.
How to Build a Pipe Ball Lawn Game in 8 Simple Steps
Learn how to cut and connect drainpipe into a rack for a simple but challenging ball-toss lawn game—all in one afternoon.
How To Make a Kubb Game Set: A DIY Guide to Viking Chess
Read our step-by-step guide to build your own Kubb game set and enjoy this fun Viking chess game at your next outdoor event.
Planting a Privacy Hedge for Your Home: Benefits and Guide
In this guide, we walk you though how to plant a hedge to increase privacy, reduce noise, and add aesthetic value to your property.
How to Build a Shishkaball Ball-Drop Game
TOH's Team Saturday shows you how to entertain friends with a yard-size version of this ball-drop game, made from wire fencing and plant stakes.
How To Build a Ladder Golf Game Set in 7 Simple Steps
Learn how to build a Fun Ladder Golf game set for your guests with this detailed and easy-to-understand guide and video.
Best Yard Before and Afters 2010
You submitted thousands of remodels, then voted on your favorites. Here are the top-rated yard and garden transformations from This Old House's 2010 Reader Remodel Contest
13 Evergreen Privacy Shrubs That Also Reduce Noise Pollution
A line of evergreen trees or shrubs can provide year-round seclusion even better than a fence. Here are some of the best and fastest-growing evergreens to consider planting in your yard.
25 Thrifty Ways To Create an Outdoor Dining Space
Transform an unused spot in your yard into a breezy, comfortable space for outdoor dining and entertaining. Check out these 25 unique ideas.
How To Build an Outdoor Bar Cart: A Step by Step Guide
Learn how to build an outdoor bar cart and wheel out this dedicated serving station to offer guests cocktails and brews.
20 Ways to Keep Deer Out of Your Yard
Here are 20 safe and effective ways to prevent deer from damaging your yard and eating the plants in your garden.
How to Plant a Small Tree
Boost your curb appeal with a handsome addition to your landscape
How To Clean Up Your Yard and Prepare Your Plants for Spring
Tackle early spring maintenance to get your yard and patio ready for the growth spurt to come. Here's what you should do.
Step by Step Guide to Building a Timber Retaining Wall
This Old House landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows how to construct a wood-timber retaining wall to create a play area.
Your Guide to a Perfect Birdhouse that Attracts Birds
Looking to bring more nesting birds to your yard? Here are some simple ways to provide an attractive, safe space for birds to flock to.
Architectural Birdhouses
Birds nest in the spring, it's true. But now's the time to put their potential homes on the market. We found birdhouses to suit your surroundings, in styles from rustic to refined
How To Plant a Mature Tree
Landscaping contractor Roger Cook shares his secrets for planting a large tree, including how to prepare the hole and ongoing care.
Get to Know Your Gas Grill: A Comprehensive Guide
Whether you're a seasoned grillmaster or not, understanding your gas grill will really up your grilling game. Here's what you need to know.
Best Tools for Fall Cleanup
Are you battling leaves and debris outdoors? Discover the 10 best tools to make your yard beautiful this autumn in our guide to fall cleanup.
How To Build a Concrete Sitting Wall With Simple to Follow Steps
Learn how to make a concrete garden border that does double duty as extra backyard seating, with tips from This Old House's Mark Powers.