DIY Projects

Ready to dig into a new garden project? Browse our projects and plans for inspiration and step-by-step instructions for everything from simple garden ornaments to DIY paths and patios.

Garden Structures & Hardscaping

DIY Privacy Screen Project

Wish you had some more privacy in your yard or garden? Follow our instructions to create a DIY privacy screen — it goes together quickly and looks great!

Backyard Projects

Summer Gardening Tips: Budget-Friendly Pest Control, Upcycling Ideas & More

Find clever reader-tested summer gardening tips for deterring pests, upcycling and maximizing garden space.

How Can I Get a Stump to Rot Quickly?

If you've got a stump to remove in a hard-to-reach spot, we have tips to help it decompose quickly.

How to Remove a Tree Stump

If you need to remove a tree stump, here are 3 ways to take care of it!

DIY Firepit

Nothing says fall like a cozy backyard firepit. And DIY firepits have never been more popular! They’re attractive, functional and provide an instant outdoor gathering place.

Quarantine Garden Projects

Many of our readers have been home a lot the past few months and boy have they been busy! Check out these creative quarantine garden projects.

Why You Should Have a Garden Holding Bed

There are so many good reasons to build a holding bed in your garden! Let us convince you and show you the must-have tools and products you need.

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Garden Structures & Hardscaping

Modern Design Ideas for Small Backyard Patios

With thoughtful design, your small patio space has great potential. Find tips and ideas for your backyard here.

Pros & Cons of Different Raised Garden Bed Kits

With so many raised garden bed kits available, finding the perfect one can be overwhelming. We’ve rounded up four easy-to-assemble options to help you decide.

3 Easy Concrete Bag Projects

Check out 3 quick and easy garden projects to make with concrete bags.

How to Restore a Wooden Garden Bench

Has your wooden garden bench seen better days? Follow our simple steps to clean up your bench and give it a second life!

Stone Mosaic Stepper

Learn how to create a unique stone mosaic that can be used as a stepper.

DIY Garden Poles

Garden poles are appealing accents anywhere in the garden.

Garden Lighting

DIY Jar Lanterns

Upcycle glass jars into these charming DIY lanterns, they're a great way to light up tabletops and patio spaces!

How to build copper patio torches

Shine some light on your garden by creating your own stylish copper patio torches. Follow along with our simple step-by-step instructions!

DIY garden chandelier

Illuminate your patio and your plants with a DIY garden chandelier. It only takes a few materials and a little bit of time!

DIY Solar Garden Light

Learn to make an inexpensive solar garden light.

How to make wine bottle garden lights

Do you have wine bottles and a string of holiday lights? Great! Here’s how to use them to light your garden path!

Wildlife & Pollinator

DIY Butterfly Puddler

Create a simple butterfly puddler for your winged friends with a single bag of premixed concrete.

Bird-Feeding Obelisk Project

Keep the birds well-fed in fall and winter with this beautiful bird-feeding obelisk full of high energy treats they will love, and it makes for a good-looking garden ornament, too!

DIY Terra-Cotta Bird Feeder

Learn how to make a simple but stylish DIY terra-cotta bird feeder using an orchid pot. It will look great in your garden and the birds will love it, too!

How to Make Birdseed Cakes

Want homemade treats for the birds in your yard? Follow our simple steps for making birdseed cakes they will love!

How to Make Birdseed Ornaments

Decorate your garden or make a gift for a friend — birds will love these birdseed ornaments!

DIY Bird Feeder Wreath

Decorate your garden for the season and welcome birds with this elegant DIY bird feeder wreath!

Upcycling Projects

DIY Wine Rack Planter: An Easy Upcycling Project

Before you toss that old wine rack, see how one reader transformed it into a clever, space-saving planter that adds instant garden charm.

Budget-Friendly Spring Gardening Tips From Our Readers

Discover 4 clever reader tips to help protect plants, create more accessible raised garden beds and more.

What Is An Easy Way to Remove Rust from a Shovel?

Can a reliable spade left out over winter be restored to its former glory? Avoid strong chemicals and reduce the need for elbow grease with these three steps for rust removal.

DIY Pallet Raised Garden Bed

Looking for an easy way to get a new garden started? Check out this easy pallet raised garden bed project, it's as simple as it gets!

Garden Edging with Upcycled Hoses

Don’t throw out those worn-out garden hoses! Give them new life when you upcycle them into unique garden edging. Check out our helpful tips to create your own.