Gardening
How to Create a Woodland Garden With Native Plants
Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada helps a homeowner create privacy with a stunning woodland garden created from native plants.
How to Build a Compost Bin
Want to enrich your gardening and promote a healthy environment? Building a compost bin is a simple DIY project that can be very rewarding.
The 5 Best Raised Garden Beds (2024 Review)
If you love gardening but hate spending time on your knees, a raised garden bed might be the solution. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best raised garden beds on Amazon to help you find the product that’s right for you and your home.
The 5 Best Grow Lights (2024 Review)
Grow lights are a useful option for gardeners who don’t have the space or climate to grow plants in natural sunlight. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the five best grow lights on Amazon to help you find the product 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.
How Much Does Mulch Cost?
Are you planning on refreshing your flowerbeds with a new layer of mulch? Or have you added a new raised bed full of veggies that need some moisture retention? Read on to discover everything from figuring out the volume and how much you can expect to pay to calculating how much mulch you’ll need.
How To Plan and Plant a Fall Garden
Keep your garden growing all year with these practical, easy-to-follow tips for a successful fall harvest.
How To Build a Self-Watering Planter in 10 Simple Steps
Read our guide to learn how to build a self-watering planter that keeps your plants hydrated and healthy with minimal effort.
All About At-Home Soil Test Kits
If your garden or lawn is looking scraggly, you may want to test your soil. Here are a few ways to do so at home.
6 Best Potting Soils (2024 Guide)
Finding the right potting soil is essential to ensuring your plants get the nutrients they need to survive and thrive. In this review, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the best potting soils out there to help you find the ideal option for your plants.
Is it OK to Reuse Potting Soil? Here’s What You Should Know
Potting soil can get expensive if you need to change it year after year, but is it possible to reuse it? This guide will show you how to prolong the life of this essential growing medium for container gardening.
How To Care for Ornamental Grass
Wondering how to care for ornamental grasses? This guide covers expert care tips, how to find the right type for your climate, and more.
The 13 Most Fragrant Plants for Your Garden
Enhance the fragrance factor of your outdoor space with these irresistibly sweet-smelling flowers, herbs, and shrubs.
Creative Groundcover Combinations
Why settle for a one-note planting when there’s so much variety to try? Here’s how to weave a tapestry of low-growing perennials that will beautify your yard.
How To Design a Kitchen Garden
Get inspired with some fresh kitchen garden ideas from Nicole Burke, founder of Rooted Garden, in our detailed kitchen garden guide.
These Plants Will Keep Rabbits Out Of Your Garden
Harvesting your garden is the bountiful payoff for all of that hard work. But if the area you live in is home to many greenery-munching rabbits, you may want to rethink what you’ve planted. Here are some common plants and flowers that repel rabbits, almost guaranteeing you’ll have one less pest to deal with this year.
Everything to Know About Growing and Maintaining Succulents
This Old House landscaping contractor Jenn Nawada visits a local greenhouse to discuss everything you need to know about caring for succulents.
Should You Use Sulfur in the Garden?
Sulfur is a powerful nutrient that all plants need to grow and thrive. From determining if your garden lacks this critical element to how to augment it successfully, here’s everything you need to know about adding sulfur to your garden.
Everything To Know about Hydrangeas
Watch as This Old House landscape contractor Jenn Nawada explains why she loves hydrangeas, where to plant them, and how to care for them.
Guide to Creating a Living Plant Wall
Learn the basics of this burgeoning botanical trend and install a vertical garden for décor and more, indoors or out.
Houseplants for Different Areas of the House
This Old House landscape expert Jenn Nawada takes us to a local greenhouse to discuss how to choose houseplants for any room.
Ultimate Guide to Tree Pruning
Looking for the best methods and tips for tree pruning? Our guide outlines best pruning practices and how this maintenance affects the health of your trees.
How to Build Window Flower Boxes
This Old House carpenter Nathan Gilbert and landscape contractor Jenn Nawada build custom window boxes for a colorful touch of curb appeal.
Perennials That Bloom Every Year
With their ornamental beauty and adaptable natures, many perennial garden favorites are worth a second look for their resiliency in an era of weather extremes.
How To Compost at Home
Discover the benefits of homemade compost and learn from landscape contractor Jenn Nawada how to create compost in your own backyard.
Beautiful Container Garden Ideas to Brighten up Your Winter
Learn how to create a vibrant winter container garden, including how to choose beautiful plants that work well in the cold.
All About Holly Bushes
Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada explains how to identify and care for holly plants and incorporate them into a landscape.
6 Best Garden Hoses (2024 Guide)
A garden hose makes it easy to water your lawn and plants and maintain your landscaping. In this guide, the This Old House Reviews Team researched the six best garden hoses on Amazon.
Best Wheelbarrows (2024 Guide)
A quality wheelbarrow turns tedious gardening chores into easy projects. Explore five of the best wheelbarrows with our buying guide.
3 Easy and Effective Ways To Protect Your Garden This Winter
Landscape contractor Jenn Nawada shows host Kevin O’Connor how to preserve and protect a garden over the winter.
Best Vegetables to Grow in a Fall Garden for Lovely Harvests
A fall garden is a fantastic way to extend your growing season. Here are the best vegetables to grow no matter what your region.
All About Hydroponics: A Comprehensive Guide
If you're looking for a soil-free and eco-friendly garden, then this comprehensive guide to hydroponic systems may be for you.
8 Pet-Safe Houseplants That are Perfect for Your Furry Friends
We describe 8 beautiful, pet-safe houseplants that can enhance your home’s decor while keeping your furry friends safe from toxins.