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Gardening Basics

DIYnet — DIY brings you information and inspiration for your warm-weather gardening endeavors. Spring and summer brings out the gardener in many of us, but a trip to the nursery or home center can be daunting. Where to begin? What to plant? How to care ...More…

How to Build a Retaining Wall

DIYnet — This dramatic southwestern-influenced retaining wall was constructed of granite boulders. A retaining wall can be more than merely functional: it can also enhance your garden's appearance. Susie Coelho, host of HGTV's The Surprise Gardener, ...More…

How to Grow Strawberries

DIYnet — Fresno, Calif. -- Strawberries aren't just delicious; they're a breeze to grow. (SHNS photo courtesy The Fresno Bee) Michelle Guardado's garden already was overflowing with roses, ferns, morning glories and sweet peas when she went shopping ...More…

10 Things You Must Know: Landscaping

DIYnet — It's very important to have barriers between your lawn and your garden. You want to have a strong edging; it can be of any material (and price) from cheap plastic all the way up to steel or stone. A big mistake people make when they install a ...More…

Lawns & Landscaping

DIYnet — In the Hudgenses' yard, we planted herbs in the sunniest spot available. When planting herb varieties, keep in mind that they need four to six hours of sun each day. To aid in their growth, add organic matter and/or sand to the soil to ensure a ...More…

DIY Gardening & Landscaping

DIYnet — Projects: Soil Preparation for Healthy Tomatoes/Tricks for Harvesting Tomatoes Early/Growing Tomatoes in Hanging Baskets/Heirloom Tomatoes/Understanding Heirloom Tomato Diseases/Preserving Your Tomato HarvestMore…

How to Build a Pergola

DIYnet — A pergola generates a gentle shade during the day . . . add decorative lightning for the night to be enjoyed all day long. Before building the brick patio, Jason digs holes and pours concrete for the pergola posts. He plans ahead and runs ...More…

Installing a Sod Lawn

Easy 2 DIY — Few things are more pleasing to the eye or more satisfying for a homeowner than an expanse of lush green lawn. It adds value to your property and beauty to your everyday environment. The quickest way to get the results you dream of is to install ...More…

Pruning & Trimming Trees

Easy 2 DIY — As a home owner, you should pay careful attention to the trees that surround your house. Dead limbs and some smaller "roughage" can pose a danger to you and your family, as well as your home, if your trees are not cared for properly. Essentially ...More…

How to Build a Gazebo: Building the Frame and the Deck Floor

DIYnet — Gazebos come in all shapes and sizes, either on the ground, up on a high building or on a deck. The shapes include square, seen here, ... Half way through day one and the deck is finished. The walls are next. Experts have found that the closer ...More…

Gardening Basic: Growing from Seeds

DIYnet — Tips on planting seeds and types of planting containers. Also, do-it-yourself paper pots and the "real dirt" on floral preservatives. Springtime is the right time to start growing from seed. While there are dozens or even hundreds of seeds to .. ...More…

Planting Bulbs for Summer Bloom

DIYnet — Plant these beauties in spring to brighten your summer garden. Spring is actually another great opportunity to plant bulbs for beautiful summer blooms. You just have to choose the right kind. Following are some tips for selecting and planting ...More…