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15 Fascinating Flowers That Bloom Only at Night
Gardening

You'll want to stay up late to glimpse these fragrant beauties.

A worker trims a tree.
Landscaping

It typically costs between $200 and $760 to trim a tree, with the national average at $460. But the exact cost depends on the size and type of the tree, the time of year, and even the home's geographic location. Learn more about what goes into tree trimming costs.

What our Readers Bought in March
Lawn & Garden

From home mold kits and radon testing kits to materials for DIY projects and more, here’s what BobVila.com readers bought in March.

Person jars colorful vegetables.
Lawn Care & Gardening

Preserve your own homemade salsas, sauces, pickles, and more with water bath canning and these easy-to-grow vegetables.

Colorful root vegetables.
Lawn Care & Gardening

Enjoy fresh, homegrown produce in any season by storing these hardy crops in your homemade root cellar. No refrigeration needed!

A-diverse-group-of-young-people-hold-signs-that-read-There-is-no-planet-B.
Design

Climate change remains a serious threat. However, there are many scientific studies that show hopeful progress.

A multigenerational group of people wearing matching green t-shirts work together to plant a tree.
Design

Celebrate Arbor Day by attending a local event and planting new trees with other members of your community.

Open boxes and single pieces of the best drywall screws on a work bench before testing.
Building & Installing

We put 6 of the top drywall screws through rigorous testing to find out which ones offer easy installation and secure grip.

Giant skeleton surrounded by spooky pumpkins
Deals

Shop a limited-release of The Home Depot's latest Halloween collection, including sky-high skeletons and frightening Frankenstein.

28 Insanely Clever Ways to Beat Clutter
Storage

Organize a disorderly home with these 28 unexpectedly smart and stylish DIY-or-buy ideas.

23 Design Ideas to Make Your Deck a Destination
Deck, Patio & Porch

Who needs a vacation when your outdoor space is deck nirvana? Transform your deck with these innovative ideas, so you can reap the benefits of sunshine and fresh air all season long.

Sick House Syndrome: 11 Ways Your Home May Be Making You Ill
Cleaning

The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that most people spend more than 90 percent of their time indoors. Could your living space be making you sick?

22 Sneaky Storage Solutions for Your Deck, Porch, and Patio
Deck, Patio & Porch

How can you kick back and relax on your deck if there's stuff everywhere? Keep outdoor spaces neat and essentials handy with attractive furnishings that corral clutter.

50 Things Every Homeowner Should Know How to Do
Building & Installing

While certain home repairs require a professional, many maintenance tasks can be handled on your own. Learning these basic skills will help you become a more self-sufficient homeowner.

12 Calming Colors for a Serene Home
Paints & Finishes

Your home is your refuge, so why not paint it in soothing hues? Create a tranquil, spaa-like space with these stunning paint colors.

Suck It Up: 11 Vacuum Attachments You Should Own (and How to Use Them)
Cleaning Supplies

Those brushes and doohickeys that you hook up to your vac: What do they do, and how well do they work? These must-have accessories will get every nook and cranny clean.

30 Water-Saving Habits to Start Right Now
Plumbing

Two billion people globally live with severe water scarcity. Small changes we can all make now will go a long way toward saving water—and our planet.

The 14 Most Common Building Code Violations in Old Homes
Home Safety

If you live in a home that was built in a previous century, or if you undertook a DIY renovation without acquiring a permit, there's a good chance that you're not in compliance with current building codes.

15 Affordable Landscaping Projects You Can DIY in a Day
Landscaping

Always a day late and a dollar short of achieving the landscape of your dreams? You don't have to spend a fortune to create a charming outdoor space. Discover some of our favorite easy, cheap landscaping ideas you can accomplish this weekend.

19 Home and Garden Brands That Were Born in the U.S.A.
Reviews

When you’re shopping for tools, household products, and home fixtures, consider buying quality goods that are made right here in America.