B&A: A $600 Redo Turns a "Pee-Filled Fire Hazard" Patio into Relaxation Central
A few DIYs made a big difference.
Jul 25, 2021
7 Indoor/Outdoor Rugs That Can Handle City Grime Like Total Champs
These are some of the most gorgeous, design-forward outdoor rugs that can handle the dirt and soot of the city.
Jul 22, 2021
“Pot-Scaping” Is the Outdoor Trend Anyone Can Do — Even Inside
This idea can also translate to the indoors, too.
Jul 21, 2021
TikTok's Most-Viewed Plants Might Surprise You
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See the top three (according to one company's hashtag search) here.
Jul 19, 2021
Ina Garten Gave a Tour of Her Lush “Secret Garden”
Garten recently shared her garden tour on Instagram, inviting followers along as she walked through the space at her East Hampton, New York home.
Jul 19, 2021
These 5 Mini Versions of Your Favorite Plants Are Perfect for Your Small Space
Yes, you can still have a fiddle leaf fig even if you're short on space.
Jul 16, 2021
These Are Bobby Berk’s Favorite Low-Maintenance Houseplants
Fool-proof foliage anyone?
Jul 11, 2021
6 Household Uses for Mint
Whether you have a mint plant growing on your windowsill or a bottle of mint essential oil that you’re not sure what to do with, there are several household uses for the herb. Below, six household uses for mint you may not have thought of before.While you’re at it, also be sure to check out our guides on how to grow herbs indoors, what the best indoor herb growing kits are, and the 10 easiest herbs to grow.
Jul 11, 2021
Transform Your Garden Shed Into a Bar For Your Next Summer DIY Project
Bring happy hour to your backyard.
Jul 10, 2021
Before and After: A Bare Patio Gets a Dreamy Redo with "Italian Courtyard" Vibes
This outdoor space feels like a vacation.
Jul 9, 2021
6 Outdoor Party Activities You (and Your Guests) Haven't Tried Yet
Make the most of the warm summer nights.
Jul 7, 2021
Martha Stewart Says To Remove Flowered Vegetables From Your Garden — Here’s Why
Plus, other tips and tricks to enhance your vegetable garden.
Jul 7, 2021
B&A: $1,000 Later, This Weed-Infested Patio Is a Relaxing Retreat
There's a dream patio hidden under all that foliage.
Jul 5, 2021
B&A: A 1950s House's Overgrown Yard Becomes a Dreamy Patio Retreat
HOME PROJECTS
"I love how it truly feels like an outdoor extension of our home," the homeowner says.
Jul 2, 2021
Martha Stewart’s 5 Steps To Growing Your Own Tomatoes at Home
Her step-by-step process is clear and simple.
Jul 2, 2021
Bed Bath & Beyond Just Launched a Chic Bar Cart That’s a Must-Have for Rattan Lovers and Plant Parents
It can also double as an end table, a mini book shelf, or a plant stand.
Jul 1, 2021
Check Out This TikToker’s Impressive DIY Faux Plant Wall on a Budget
“I wanted one of these but I did not want to pay $1,000, which was the price of the ones I was looking at online for this size.”
Jul 1, 2021
This Is the Most Surprising Backyard Trend for 2021, According to Yelp
Before you zip off to a big-box store to create an in-vogue patio, you may want to reroute to your local vintage spot. Here's why.
Jul 1, 2021
8 Plant Influencers on *Their* Favorite Plant Influencers to Follow
Because, really, who better to tell us which plant posters to follow next than plant influencers themselves?
Jun 28, 2021
These are the Most Popular Plants for Your Desk, According to Instagram
NEWS
One study set out to find the perfect low-maintenance green desk accessory.
Jun 27, 2021
These Are the Most Popular Flowers In Your State
If you think having roses in your yard will make your property stand out, think again. Some 19 states across the U.S. have the same idea.Spring Hill Nurseries in Ohio has announced the results of a survey revealing the most popular flower grown in every state. To conduct the study, they came up with a list of 20 common flower varieties and asked respondents in all 50 states to choose their favorite.The most popular of them all? Roses!
Jun 27, 2021
The Best Outdoor Decor to Elevate All Your Summer Hangs
Let the entertaining begin!
Jun 25, 2021
Porch vs. Patio: What's the Better Option?
Here's how to decide which is right for your home and lifestyle.
Jun 25, 2021
5 Surprising Plant Styling Tips to Steal from Small/Cool Designers
Small Cool Experience 2021
Looking for new ways to display your favorite plants? Here are five fresh ideas.
Jun 24, 2021
The 5 Most Wasteful Things You Can Do at an Outdoor Party or Barbecue
And what to do instead.
Jun 24, 2021
This Rare Houseplant Just Sold For Nearly $20,000
No, money doesn’t grow on trees, but rather variegated Mini Monsteras.
Jun 23, 2021
This Pet Water Bottle Has More Than 9,000 5-Star Amazon Reviews — and It’s on Sale for Prime Day
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"So easy to use this mess-free design, and my pet loves it."
Jun 22, 2021
10 DIY Houseplant Markers to Up Your Plants' Style Factor
Sure, plant markers can be practical, but they can be cute and clever as well. Just think of all the greenery puns you can decorate with!
Jun 21, 2021
No Space For A Garden? This Desk Doubles as a Terrarium
Adding greenery means getting creative in making space for houseplants — but this desk makes it easy.
Jun 20, 2021
Overwatering Plants Isn't Just Bad For Them, It's Bad for You
Too-moist plants can negatively impact the plant parent’s health, too.
Jun 14, 2021
5 Steps to Styling a Fireplace Mantel with Plants
If you’re looking to take your fireplace a stylish step further, consider adding some live greens to that recipe.
Jun 18, 2021
After Back-to-Back Category 5 Storms, Here’s What’s Essential to My Hurricane Kit
Shopping
You're gonna need a lot more than bottled water and canned spaghetti...
Jun 17, 2021
These Are the Most Popular Houseplants on Instagram
These are the most (and least) photographed plants.
Jun 14, 2021
A 3-Step Project Turns a Thrifted Pot Rack into a Plant-Lover's Dream
Small Cool Experience 2021
This DIY is easy and endlessly customizable to suit your space.
Jun 13, 2021
The Top Outdoor Trends This Summer Include Pocket-Sized Pools and Themed Gardens
Yardzen's new report breaks down some of the top trends this season.
Jun 13, 2021
The Biggest Summer Trend This Year Prioritizes Home
A new survey explores how the pandemic has informed outdoor living spaces.
Jun 12, 2021
5 Tiny Plants to Fit in Awkward Corners, Cramped Spaces, and Other Tight Spots
You can bring greenery into your home no matter its size.
Jun 11, 2021
5 Ways My Houseplants Help Me Prioritize My Mental Health
Sometimes it feels like my plants care for me as much as I care for them.
Jun 11, 2021
How I Grow More Than a Dozen Types of Vegetables on My 8x4 Back Patio
City living just got that much greener.
Jun 8, 2021
The Backyard Upgrade Real Estate Agents Love Seeing
Plus 3 reasons why.
Jun 10, 2021
9 Alluring Dark Bottom Pools That Are Just a Step More Special Than Light Blue
If you’ve ever seen a dark bottom pool, you know how alluring they can be. They’re just a step more special than the average light blue.With their floor and sides plastered or tiled in black or navy, these pools are warmed more easily by the sun, but also can appear cooler and deeper. Their surfaces reflect the nearby landscape for a moody vibe and they’re a beautiful contrast against lighter surroundings.
Jun 8, 2021
This Game-Changing Canopy Chair Is the Summer Accessory I Officially Can’t Live Without
This chair deserves to be in your Amazon cart ASAP.
Jun 8, 2021
The Renter Friendly Solution for Hanging Plants Without Putting Holes in the Ceiling
Can't drill holes in your ceiling? Here's a temporary and inexpensive way to use hanging planters.
Jun 7, 2021
8 Genius Secrets From Real-Life Plant Stylists
We tapped six pros to give us their insider tips and secrets for making houseplants happy, harmonious, and all-around gorgeous.
Jun 4, 2021
The Garden Tool You Never Knew You Needed is Probably Already in Your House
Alexa, help me grow my garden.
Jun 6, 2021
9 Propagation Stations (Starting at $8) for People Who Like Free Plants and Beautiful Decor
While glasses, jars, and plastic bottles certainly take care of the practicals, investing in a propagation station can make the plant-growing process more beautiful than it already is—and add to the style of your home.
Jun 6, 2021
8 Outdoor Bar Carts That'll Make Your Porch or Patio the Ultimate Hangout
Get inspired by these outdoor bar cart setups right in time for summer.
Jun 4, 2021
29 Plant Hacks to Upgrade Your Green Thumb, Practically for Free
Whether your thumb is green or black, whether you have one plant or a jungle's worth, here are some plant-care tips that can help keep your greenery not only alive, but lush.
Jun 4, 2021
Just a Dumpster-Shaped Planter For Your Air Plant
Make your home dumpster chic with this humorous product.
May 31, 2021
Is It Okay to Keep Moving Around Your Houseplants?
The short answer, according to plant experts? Yep, you can. The longer answer? We’ve got some caveats and tips, so you're going to want to read this.
May 24, 2021
This Celebrity-Favorite Gardening System Grows Fresh Ingredients at Home
The Farmstand is a self-watering, self-fertilizing hydroponic gardening system — no green thumb required.
May 30, 2021
10 Edible Plants You Can Grow in the Smallest Outdoor Spaces
Want to grow veggies in your barely-there outdoor space? Here's what to look for.
May 27, 2021
If You Only Follow One Outdoor Decor Trend This Season, Make It This One
And it's really fairly simple to execute!
May 27, 2021
This Pink Plant Is So Sought After, Its Cuttings Sell for $100
It’s pricey because of its rarity, as it can only be grown from tissue culture in a lab.
May 25, 2021
Doing It Right: How To Lay a Level Brick Paver Patio
Laying a brick paver patio in your backyard is a low maintenance and beautiful way to create an al fresco entertaining space you’ll be able to enjoy for decades to come. In fact, when installed properly, paver patios have even been known to last nearly a century, and the weathered patina the bricks develop over time will only help them improve with age.
May 27, 2021
Before and After: A Bare, Exposed Balcony Becomes a Cozy and Secluded Retreat
This balcony looks like it's fit for a beach resort.
May 26, 2021
If You Tend to Overwater Your Houseplant, PlantKween Says This Type of Planter Is What You Need
A good reminder of how important your houseplant's pot is.
May 25, 2021
Target Is Selling Pop-Up Gazebo Domes That Are Way Cooler Than Your Average Tent
They're selling a handful of pop-up domed tents that can comfortably house various sizes of patio sets — from a couple of chairs, to a full outdoor sectional.
May 25, 2021
11 Genius Plant Styling Tips from Apartment Therapy House Tours
This assortment of house tours is filled with greenery and can provide you with a jolt or two of decorating inspiration.
May 24, 2021
Recreate Camila Cabello’s Raised Bed Garden with This Walmart Dupe
For those looking to dig into gardening but plagued with a small patio, balcony, or rooftop setup, this blocked-out raised bed is the perfect place to start.
May 24, 2021
3 Plant-Filled Zoom Backgrounds for Spring
We designed three fun and colorful Zoom backgrounds that bring the outdoors in and onto your screen.
May 20, 2021
8 Unique String Light Styles to Brighten Up Your Space Both Inside and Out
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Looking for a stylish alternative to Edison bulbs or fairy lights? We’ve got you covered all year long.
May 20, 2021
10 of the Best Patio Redo Ideas Ever, from Colorful Paint Jobs to Shady Pergolas
If you want to give your outdoor space a refresh this summer, start here.
May 19, 2021
Costco Is Selling White Strawberry Plants That Taste Like Pineapples
It's called the Hula Berry, which according to the tag does not taste like strawberry at all, but rather, like pineapples.
May 19, 2021
Spotify Just Launched a Collection of Curated Plant Playlists with PlantKween and Kelly Wearstler
The programming aims to make owners and plants happy at home.
May 19, 2021
Turn Your Backyard Into a Chic Boutique Hotel
While an on-call bartender may not be possible, a backyard that feels like an escape definitely is.
May 18, 2021
B&A: A $500 Renter-Friendly DIY Plant Wall Makes for a Dreamy Green Oasis
IKEA IVAR + peel-and-stick wallpaper = a temporary (but still gorgeous) plant display.
May 17, 2021
The First Thing I Do With My Nightstand Water Every Morning
I've discovered one way to add a win/win moment to my morning routine.
May 17, 2021
This DIY Trellis Adds Wonderland Whimsy to Even a Tiny Outdoor Space
Here's a fun way to add a little interest to a simple fence.
May 17, 2021
The 3-Ingredient Homemade Cleaner I Use On Everything Outdoors
I've been using a cleaner on my outdoor furniture that does the trick perfectly. It includes two common but powerful things you already have at home.
May 17, 2021