Control freaks (guilty!) can sometimes have conniption fits out in the garden, where everything from the weather to the worms simply cannot be tamed. But a DIY raised garden bed? In many ways, it’s ...

Striking and functional, this DIY copper trellis will add an artistic flair to your garden while supporting your plants that like to climb. Trellises, by their very nature, are meant to support ...

Learn to build an A-frame vertical rain gutter garden system with an automatic watering setup. I designed this project in 3D using Google Sketchup. We built this A-Frame garden because our homestead ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you have leggy or struggling plants, it's often a sign that you should test the soil's pH level. You can invest in professional testing; ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Heads up folks: it might not feel like it, but spring is just a few short weeks away. And all of our ...

POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...

A garden box or raised bed allows you to control your garden's soil, which is especially good if you live in an area with poor or contaminated soil. When it's designed creatively, a garden box can be ...

Millennials may have re-ignited America's love affair with houseplants, but you don't have to be one of them to want your own succulent garden. Nor do you have to be a millionaire – or even well off.

You've got the perfect backyard oasis, but your seating nook or quiet bench is exposed to unwanted attention. We've got a ...

Today on the best of Oklahoma Gardening, let's take advantage of the winter weather to review some DIY garden projects. We've got one project that's decorative, one that is functional and another that ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. The ...