When planning a patio or deck, we often think about the look of the furniture or umbrella. But don't ignore those terra cotta ...

No garden? No problem. Even if you don’t have a yard, you can grow an impressive amount of veggies, herbs, and flowers on a small deck, patio, or balcony. If you’re ready to learn how to garden on a ...

Green year round with lush foliage that provides tons of privacy, this dwarf tree is a great addition to any outdoor space ...

With the average size of home lots shrinking, establishing privacy plantings is more important than ever. When it comes to planting up privacy around decks, you have options. Depending on the space ...

Many of us like to enjoy our patios year-round, but if you want to keep some privacy, make sure you have some of these vines, ...

Answer: You’re facing a gardener’s ultimate challenge. Which plants can survive, and even thrive, in the toughest conditions? A plant’s life on a sunny deck isn’t an easy one. Heat, drought, probably ...

Although pot gardening takes a lot more watering than in-ground plants, the results can be just as good. And there are advantages, like less animal trouble and less weeding. If you purchase a product ...

We built a new home last year. We find that we spend most of our time outside on a large deck that is one story above the garden. The deck is convenient to the living space. The garden feels removed, ...

A stylish deck creates a smooth transition between the indoor and outdoors, making it easier to gather and entertain in the open air. From backyard decks for lounging and dining to pool decks, ...

It was 1984 when Duffy Hurwin, a former clothing designer who also did interior design and photography, met her future husband, Ron, the former owner and publisher of the Marin Express card and its ...