Did You Know That Martha Stewart Sells Gardening Gear on Amazon?
And the selection is really, really good.
Jul 24, 2019
How to Grow and Care for Marimo Moss Balls, the Perfect Pet Plant for 2019
Remember pet rocks? Yeah, it’s time to upgrade. Meet the marimo ball.
Jul 23, 2019
Here’s Why You Should Give Your Plants Coffee
There are proven benefits to hydrating your beloved plants with coffee.
Jul 23, 2019
13 of the Most Colorful Outdoor Spaces We’ve Seen this Summer
These rainbow outdoor spaces aren't afraid of vibrant hues, and will inspire you to add color to your own home's exteriors.
Jul 18, 2019
How to Create an Outdoor Space that’s Basically a Second Living Room, According to 4 Design Experts
Here are their top tips for creating an al fresco living room of your own.
Jul 17, 2019
Ahead of Amazon Prime Day, Tons of Houseplants Are Already on Sale
20% off Monstera plants? Yes, please.
Jul 14, 2019
If You Don’t Have a Screened-In Patio, This Clever Mosquito Chair is the Next Best Thing
So you can have a hot girl summer, not swat girl summer.
Jul 12, 2019
Your Inner Emo Kid Is Going to Fall Hard for These Goth Plants
The term “goth plants” isn’t one you’ll see in your average box store garden department. These plants have darker leaves and flowers, deeper and richer colors, and/or other components that are more emo than your run-of-the-mill greenery. This Reddit thread on Colocasia Black Magic led me to the Plant Goths thread, and my interest was officially piqued.
Jul 12, 2019
8 Bright Ways to Use String Lights in Your Home
STYLE
Let your home shine bright with these smart design tips.
Jul 10, 2019
10 Genius Plant Decor Ideas to Refresh Your Space
Style
Want to take your plant parent status to the next level? Check out these modern ways to decorate with your greens.
Jul 9, 2019
6 Ways to Create a Plant Wall In a Rental
From wall planters to floating shelves, here are eight items that will help you create a plant wall that won’t cost you your security deposit.
Jul 9, 2019
6 Outdoor Folding Chairs So Nice You’ll Totally Want to Use Them Inside
There are so many stylish seating options, you'll want to use them year-round.
Jul 8, 2019
Everything to Know About Keeping Plants Alive in Your Dorm Room
The best plants for small spaces and low light, plus watering tips, and more.
Jul 8, 2019
These Stylish Gardening Tools Will Make Doing Yard Work Fun
Scandinavian design for the win.
Jul 6, 2019
Best Plant Containers for Small Spaces
Going vertical isn’t just for organization, try using wall-mounted and hanging plant containers to create a garden in a small space like a deck or a balcony:Using the walls and the spaces at eye level, you can create a garden in even the tiniest balcony or corner.
Jul 4, 2019
Amazon Is Selling Patio Furniture for Kids, and It’s Unbelievably Cute
It’ll make them feel so special and sophisticated.
Jul 3, 2019
These 8 Genius Products Will Uninvite Mosquitoes and Other Bugs from Your Outdoor Space
There are tons of amazing products that help steer pests away from your beloved outdoor space.
Jul 2, 2019
These Plants Repel Mosquitoes and Look So Much Better Than Bug Zappers
Plant them now so the mosquitoes stay away all summer long.
Jun 30, 2019
Target’s Home Sale Is Bursting with Bargains on Indoor and Outdoor Furniture, Rugs, and More
From now through Thursday, save up to 30% off patio and home items, plus an extra 15% off furniture, rugs, and more using code AMERICA.
Jun 30, 2019
Make Over Your Outdoor Space for Fall: Completely Cozy it Up for Less than $225
If you’re lucky enough to own an outdoor space—even the tiniest of balconies will do—you should be able to enjoy it throughout the fall, even as the nights start to get chillier. To help you savor every last drop of summer and transition into autumn, we’ve collected everything you’ll need to get your outdoor space cool-weather ready, such as a soft blanket, a warm rug, and glowing string lights. Here’s to a never-ending season of fun. 1.
Jun 26, 2019
Rachel’s Mid-Century Backyard Patio is About to Get a Whole Lot Better
Name: Rachel Andersen Type of Project: Backyard Patio Renovation Location: Tulsa, OK Type of building: Single-family Ranch The Renovation Diaries are a collaboration with our community in which we feature your step by step renovation progress and provide monetary support towards getting it done in style. See all of our Reno Diaries here. Rachel worked 3+ jobs all throughout high school and college, because she had a big dream: to buy a little place and make it into a home.
Jun 26, 2019
Rachel’s Inspiration for a Bohemian Dream Backyard on a Budget
Name: Rachel Andersen Type of Project: Backyard Patio Renovation Location: Tulsa, OK Type of building: Single-Family Ranch The Renovation Diaries are a collaboration with our community in which we feature your step by step renovation progress and provide monetary support towards getting it done in style. See all of our Reno Diaries here. Rachel bought her first house at the young age of 21, and works hard to make it a welcoming place for family and friends.
Jun 26, 2019
Rachel’s Backyard Patio: Now 100X Better Than Before
Name: Rachel Andersen Type of Project: Backyard Patio Renovation Location: Tulsa, OK Type of building: Single-family Ranch The Renovation Diaries are a collaboration with our community in which we feature your step by step renovation progress and provide monetary support towards getting it done in style. See all of our Reno Diaries here. Rachel and friends have worked for weeks to pull this backyard space together, not cutting any corners, and doing it all DIY-style.
Jun 26, 2019
Rachel Spills: What I Actually Spent on My Backyard Makeover
Name: Rachel Andersen Type of Project: Backyard Patio Renovation Location: Tulsa, OK Type of building: Single-Family Ranch The Renovation Diaries are a collaboration with our community in which we feature your step by step renovation progress and provide monetary support towards getting it done in style. See all of our Reno Diaries here. All projects come with lots of good intentions — filled with budgets, plans, and timelines.
Jun 26, 2019
Unusual Exterior Paint Color Combos That Actually Look Really Great
When I was growing up in Lafayette, Louisiana, my family took a lot of trips to Mississippi to see my grandparents, and on the way back, I remember, there was this one lavender house, right by the interstate, that always caught my eye. This one pale, pale purple home, in a sea of beiges, seemed almost magical.
Jun 26, 2019
Spruce Up Your Patio to Spend Your Entire Summer Outdoors (For Under $300)
I don’t know about you, but my balcony is pretty pathetic. As a renter of a second-floor condo with a little screened-in outdoor area, it’s been hard to get motivated enough to think about that space and what I can do with it.
Jun 26, 2019
Outdoor Look We Love: Herringbone Brick
Like tiles, bricks are subject to the whims and fancies of eras. Think of the white-painted brick of Shabby Chic-obsessed homes in the ’90s and minimalists today, or even the dark red brick ranches of the midcentury. But when bricks are used for paths and patios, it’s easy to stick to predictable, straightforward patterns. That might be why the herringbone layout feels so fresh right now, even though it’s a style that’s been around for hundreds of years.
Jun 26, 2019
An Enviable Patio Makeover
Have you ever looked at an image of a room and just couldn’t help but smile? That’s exactly the reaction I had when I saw this happy-go-lucky patio makeover. It’s part of the home of Bri Emery from design blog Design Love Fest and every spot my eyed landed on was better than the next. Don’t make me pick my favorite part: the geometric concrete tile floors, all those amazing little seating nooks, the fringe-y umbrella (a DIY!!)…who could choose?
Jun 26, 2019
Before & After: Replacing a Rotting Deck With a Budget-Friendly Alternative
Jennifer’s backyard was overgrown and her deck had seen better days. After clearing away a good portion of the growth, she knew her backyard had major potential but she wasn’t entirely sure what to do about the deck. Enter gravel! Friend to both budget and mother nature, this alternative choice helped Jennifer build a gorgeous outdoor space. From Jennifer: Before I purchased my house in late 2007, it had lived a maintenance-free life. The yard was completely overgrown.
Jun 26, 2019
Before & After: A Budget- and Renter-Friendly Patio Makeover
It was love at first sight for Elizabeth and her patio. And like any good relationship, they’ve inspired each other, supported each other and brought a little color into each others’ lives. From Elizabeth: When we took the tour of our apartment I didn’t even need to step through the front door before I realized that we we’re going to take it. Simply based on the patio.
Jun 26, 2019
Take Another Look at Gravel: Chic Ways to Use It Outdoors
A manicured lawn is a beautiful sight to behold, but it’s a feature that isn’t without its own problems. There’s the cost and time investment for maintenance, plus the staggering amount of water needed to keep a lawn looking fresh in the summer. And really, does anyone truly love mowing the lawn? (Aside from my father, who likely enjoyed the peace of a weedwacker or lawnmower compared to the general chaos produced by me and my brother growing up.
Jun 26, 2019
Take Happy Hour Outdoors In These Backyard Bars
Very few things compare to the simple pleasure of enjoying a nice glass of wine outside on a gorgeous summer evening. While you could head out to any bar with a nice outdoor space, you usually have to time your visits to avoid a throng of like-minded people. (For introverts, this possibility takes all the fun out of this activity.
Jun 26, 2019
Dabney’s Bare Backyard Goes From Lifeless to Next Level
Previously I wrote about my bare backyard when it was a wasteland of dog poop, weeds and sorrow. Today I’m showing you my new and improved outdoor space, which is now a low maintenance dream. Two thirds of the new backyard is covered with an expansive composite deck. The other section is a rectangular area of gravel with a firepit: Composite Deck: Probably the most ground-breaking — yet largely unsung — feature of the new and improved backyard is the new platform deck.
Jun 26, 2019
6 Big Garden Trends We’re So Excited to See This Year
Here's a little inspiration to transform your outdoor space (or even just get started gardening).
Jun 26, 2019
Small Outdoor Space? Consider “Square Foot Gardening”
There’s nothing quite so satisfying as growing your own food—and nothing quite so frustrating as being a would-be gardener with a too-small outdoor space. I have known this pain myself, so I was particularly intrigued when Dabney, our Projects Editor, told me about Square Foot Gardening, a very efficient technique for growing things you can eat. Could this be the perfect way to grow a lot of veggies in just a little bit of space?
Jun 26, 2019
Before and After: A Front Yard Makeover With Massive Curb Appeal
This Bay Area front yard had seen better days, but now it is an urban oasis worthy of major admiration—and envy, especially of their lucky friends who get invitations for sunset cocktails but didn’t have to do any of the actual work. If you happen to have a similar project to tackle, this reader submission has the most thorough process description ever seen in a Before & After post. Everything looks so lush and luxurious!
Jun 26, 2019
Ornamental Grass Is a Low-Maintenance, Drought-Resistant Plant Wonder
There are plenty of reasons to get excited.
Jun 26, 2019
This 200-Square-Foot Apartment Has An Equally Super Tiny Balcony
You might remember Jessica’s petite apartment, which was featured in a House Tour (and video) a couple of years ago. Off the bedroom, through that French door, is a teeny tiny balcony, which she just got around to sprucing up, and it’s so worth a look. This tiny balcony seems like it’s only large enough to hold a bistro table and chairs—or even just one chair perhaps?—but a clever makeover makes room for so much more. Absolutely amazing!
Jun 26, 2019
6 Reasons I’m Kinda Embracing The Whole ‘She Shed’ Thing
Let's unpack the tiny backyard shed phenomenon, shall we?
Jun 26, 2019
The 10 Commandments of Decorating a Tiny Outdoor Space
Straight from the experts.
Jun 26, 2019
The Best Portable Grills
Find the grill of your dreams and start entertaining this summer—no backyard necessary.
Jun 26, 2019
7 Ways to Throw a Summer Party Without an Actual Backyard
‘Tis the season for partying outdoors. But what to do when you don’t have a proper backyard in which to throw an al fresco bash? Fret not, my patio-deprived friends. There are still plenty of ways to host a stellar summer soiree without an actual backyard. It just takes a little planning and creativity. From picnics at the park to old-school pub-crawls, here are seven ways to throw a stellar summer fete—no backyard necessary.
Jun 26, 2019
These 10 Patios Will Make You Want to Paint Your Floors
Patios are a tricky thing to upkeep, what with them being outside in the elements all year long. If you took the time to thoughtfully decorate your outdoor space, then you’ve probably noticed a few of the most common pet peeves that homeowners face. Rugs get sun bleached and crack from the intense summer heat, concrete gets dingy and grimy from alternating rains, and a bare floor slab has a tendency to make the space feel unfinished or in-progress. But what’s a person to do?
Jun 26, 2019
Before and After: This Backyard Shed Is Now a Real Money Maker
It went "from shabby storage shed to chic guest suite."
Jun 26, 2019
This Weekend Project Will Plant the Seed for a Flavorful (and Money Saving) Year Ahead
Apartment Therapy Weekend Projects is a guided program designed to help you get the happy, healthy home you’ve always wanted, one weekend at a time. Sign up now for email updates so you never miss a lesson. I have a not-insignificant number of friends who, in the last decade or so, have tried their hand at raising chickens to enjoy the eggs.
Jun 26, 2019
See How Gardening Newbies and Their Neighbors Transformed a Brooklyn Rooftop into an Outdoor Oasis
Even if you don't have a rooftop to use, you'll find garden inspiration from all the ways this couple and their neighbors made use of their shared outdoor space.
Jun 26, 2019
How Gardening Completely Changed The Way I Think About ‘Home’
Each time a tiny seed transforms into a rainbow of flowers, I feel renewed with hope not just for my garden, but for the world. It’s a reminder that there is a possibility of beauty everywhere.
Jun 26, 2019
This Artist Created Music Specifically For Watering Your Plants
Most plant parents know that a regular watering schedule is key to keeping your leaf babies thriving. Perhaps you already pump the jams while tackling this important task, but now there’s a soundtrack made specifically for giving your thirsty stems a drink.Created by artist Past Palms, the eponymous EP “is a sonic reflection of yearning for nature in a nature-less place.
Jun 21, 2019
Why People in Sweden Put Flowers Under Their Pillow for Midsummer
There are so many different types of summer solstice traditions around the globe that we could never possibly list them all, but this flower-focused one from Sweden is especially lovely for the occasion. On the night of Friday, June 21, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is gifting travelers flying from the US to Scandinavia a bouquet of seven gorgeous fresh flowers, which they are to put underneath their pillows.
Jun 21, 2019
8 Stylish Windowsill Displays That'll Inspire More Than Just a Green Thumb
These windowsills use more than just flowers to decorate.
Jun 19, 2019
Inspiration: Windowsill Garden
We’ve been enviously reading posts from the Northern Hemisphere about the lead up to summer and meanwhile down here in Australia, we’ve just entered winter. It’s getting really cold and frosty so not much is happening in our garden at the moment.
Jun 18, 2019
Millennials Didn’t Invent Houseplants
Indoor plants have seen their fair share of sunken living rooms, mall food courts, and midcentury modern. Let’s take a tour through the houseplant bubbles of yore.
Jun 18, 2019
Night Sky “Galaxy” Flowers Will Make Your Yard Feel Out of This World
Here’s how to grow your own.
Jun 16, 2019
Keep Your Garden Alive: Edyn is the Future of Gardening
Take your relationship with your garden to the next level.
Jun 16, 2019
Etsy’s Harry Potter Mandrakes Will Make You Feel Like a Herbology Wizard
Do you know what a mandrake is? If you’re a botany enthusiast, you probably do. However, if your plant knowledge ends right around “dandelion” and “ivy,” you may not know. It’s a hearty root, but it’s also different from other growing thingamajigs in that it…kind of looks like a human. And if you’re a fan of Harry Potter franchise, you know this more than anyone as to how alive they can seem.
Jun 14, 2019
6 Houseplants That Are a Little Weird, but You’ll Want To Have Anyway
These unusual plants are shooting to the top of our “must-have” list and gaining traction among collectors and plant parents.
Jun 14, 2019
Your Houseplants Need Fresh Air, Too: Here’s How to Bring Them Outdoors This Summer
This is the perfect time to bring your houseplants outside to promote new growth and overall health.
Jun 13, 2019
Home Team Panel Exclusive: Enter For A Chance To Win A Houseplant Monogram Mug!
At Apartment Therapy and Kitchn, we take few things as seriously as plants and caffeine (not always in that order), so we decided to combine the two: taking beautiful plant illustrations and putting them on mugs. The result is a collection of 26 monogrammed mugs, which we released in partnership with Society6.As a thank you to our loyal Home Team panelists, we are giving away mugs to 20 lucky members selected at random.
Jun 11, 2019
This Window Converts to a Balcony in Seconds
Sometimes staring out of a window isn’t enough to soothe the senses and clear the mind, which is explains why there’s a sitting on the roof trope we often see played out in our favorite TV shows and films. It appears to be quite peaceful up there, but unfortunately not all homes are equipped with such easy rooftop access. However, window manufacturer Velux has made it so that your skylights can do double duty.
Jun 10, 2019
Your Houseplant Collection Needs These 5 Blooming Beauties
These blooming beauties bring color to your indoor space.
Jun 9, 2019
Don’t Waste Your Money on Fresh Flowers—Buy Dried Flowers Instead
Fresh flowers or a new plant can transform a home as easily as the weather. But personally, I find both of them to be a giant pain in the neck.
Jun 7, 2019
One Thing You Should Do (Before Spring Ends) for Happy, Healthy Houseplants
Weekend Projects
Here are some signs your plant is ready for a new home.
Jun 6, 2019
Fire Columns Are The Elegant Alternative To Fire Pits This Summer (& All Year Round)
All the warmth, none of the dirty maintenance.
Jun 7, 2019
No Yard, Balcony or Porch? How to Enjoy the Outdoors at Home Anyway
If you’ve been looking through our outdoor area-maximizing guides this summer and feeling bummed because you don’t have a big area to yourself to clean or decorate, fear not! There are still plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors in whatever home you’ve got. Here are some ideas. First of all, do you really not have any outdoor space? Or is it just super tiny? Because let me tell you, you can do a lot with a little. As these inspiring small spaces prove.
Jun 5, 2019
8 Unexpected Ways to Decorate with Plants
If you’re reading this story, there’s a good chance you’re a brand new plant parent. Congratulations! After sifting through countless species and asking yourself some serious questions to make sure you’re up for the task, you’ve finally found a plant that you will have to hold, love in sickness and in health, until (plant) death do you part.The only question that remains is how you’ll use your plant.
Jun 5, 2019
All We Are Saying, Is Give Bees A Chance: How To Grow a Pollinator Garden
Red Fox We’re probably not the first to tell you that bees have been disappearing from their hives, never to return, at alarming rates. Colony Collapse Disorder has been an issue here in the US since the 1990s and it’s now occurring all around the world. Among the super-bummer factors believed to be causing CCD is habitat loss. While this is a really large scale issue, there are a few things the average gardener can do to help out.
Jun 5, 2019
Happier Houseplants: How To Keep Indoor Plants Healthy
During the month of March, we’re gathering some of our best problem solvers together into master “Home Remedies” posts to help you make your home healthier, solving one problem at a time. Today, help for all the indoor gardeners out there that struggle with keeping house plants healthy.
Jun 5, 2019
How to Make Sure Your Garage Sale is Legal (& Keep Your Neighbors From Hating You)
Of the many things that have to be in place before you can throw a successful garage sale (like decluttering your house to have enough stuff to sale and picking a good location), you also need to make sure your garage sale is playing by the rules and playing nice. Here are three things to consider before throwing your next garage sale. 1.
Jun 5, 2019
Grow Your Own Bouquets With These Container-Friendly Flowers
These gorgeous blooms are perfect for a container-sized cutting garden.
Jun 4, 2019
Parties, Plants, and June on Apartment Therapy
One of the highlights of my entire spring happened last month, when we hosted the Apartment Therapy and Kitchn editorial teams here at our SoHo headquarters for a retreat to plan the rest of our 2019 features. Instead of going out for separate team dinners every night, we spent one night in our test kitchens and video studios, having a meal as a group.
Jun 3, 2019
Here’s Your A-to-Z Guide to Common Houseplants
Fiddle-leaf figs. Monstera deliciosa. Prayer plants and umbrella plants… or is it nerve plants and elephant ears?  Whether through drop-shipping or subscription boxes, access to living plants has never been easier. But how do you keep them all straight? How do you know when to water what? Does anyone know exactly what “bright, indirect sunlight” actually means?Here is your plant guide, from A to Z.
Jun 3, 2019
Make Your Friends Green With Envy: These 6 Plants Are the Next Fiddle-Leaf Fig
Six up-and-comers that could soon surpasses fiddle-leafs as the darlings of the houseplant world.
Jun 1, 2019