Outdoor oasis on a budget

Sturdy patio furniture with plush, weather-resistant upholstery.

Ah ... summer! The days are longer and the air is fragrant with blossoms and lawn clippings as people bustle about, preparing their outdoor rooms for its grand seasonal entrance. This is a perfect time...

Efficient use of deck takes planning

The table and chair set are perfect for dining and entertaining, while the hot tub invites relaxation. Another idea is to use a pub-style table in this space.

A multi-tiered deck is a wonderful design concept, particularly for homes built on a slope, where the back of the home can provide a walkout basement. Tiered decks amplify the usable space in a yard, ...

Make a statement with a big, dynamic container teeming with summer flowers

Flowers should explode and soar out of your pot.

There are no firm rules for this project. It’s really all about going with your artistic instincts and having fun. Your goal is simply to make a big, dramatic container, using an assortment of summer ...

In a world-famous Irish garden

Helen Dillon is Ireland's most famous gardener. Irish gardener, Helen Dillon's garden in Ranelagh, Dublin

Helen Dillon is Ireland's most famous gardener. Her home and garden is located in Ranelagh, Dublin.

Enjoy twilight time in garden

Annabelle hydrangeas with their globular white flower heads come to life after the sun sets.

If someone referred to you as either a vegetable gardener or a rose gardener, you'd likely accept the moniker with a fair bit of pride. But what if I were to call you a crepuscular gardener? How would...