Outdoor
Transform your outdoor spaces into inviting and functional extensions of your home.
Families Invest More in Outdoor Living Areas For Dining and Entertaining
Well-built patios alone often recover up to 95% of their cost, making outdoor living spaces one of the most reliable renovation investments a homeowner can make.
IKEA gardening hack sparks designer entryway trend
A $19.99 IKEA mini-greenhouse, originally designed for seedlings, is now selling out across North America as a must-have entryway console , with some units reselling for triple the price online. TikTo
Why Homeowners Are Shifting to Microgardening Over Traditional Lawns
By 2026, gardening is projected to transform into 'snack and micro-gardens' as homes and yards continue to shrink, according to the Orange County Register .
Summer outdoor spaces embrace organic backyard furniture trends
Wayfair slashes outdoor furniture prices by up to 82 percent, reports People .
Brighten Your Garden For Summer 2026 With New Lighting Trends
Smart and connected dimmable string lights are experiencing high single-digit to low double-digit compound annual growth, according to IndexBox .
Steve Martin's pool oasis inspires summer 2026 potted designs
By the peak of summer 2026, homeowners can transform their pool decks into vibrant oases, introducing bold pink and yellow blooms to rival celebrity-tier designs.
Common Gardening Mistakes and Their Hidden Risks
Disposing of cooked food scraps in your garden compost bin could be inviting a rat infestation directly to your backyard, warns an Irish expert cited by the Irish Mirror .
Mulch Offers Gardeners Easy Low-Maintenance Landscaping
A full residential mulch installation, typically costing between $300 and $900, can dramatically cut down on weeding and watering, saving gardeners hundreds of hours annually.
Amazon Mother's Day sales boost garden tools and outdoor decor
Amazon reported a 35% year-over-year surge in garden tool sales during Mother's Day week.
New Concrete Outdoor Furniture Design Trends For 2026
A heated concrete sofa in charcoal can command $3,950, according to Terra Outdoor .
Luxury Brands Elevate New Outdoor Living Space Trends for Homes
Maison Leleu, a luxury design firm founded in 1910, just released its first outdoor furniture collection, Equinoxe.
Kris Jenner's vertical garden inspires small space landscaping trends
Kris Jenner, matriarch of the Kardashian empire, recently unveiled a lush vertical garden at her sprawling Hidden Hills estate, a surprising embrace of small-space landscaping from a figure synonymous
Sustainable Landscaping Trends 2026: Effortless Gardens That Save Water
Xeriscape yards, meticulously designed with low-water, slow-growing plants, can slash annual maintenance to a mere three weeding and trimming sessions per year, according to CalRecycle .
Durable 2-Wheel Wheelbarrow Models for Homeowners
Many common wheelbarrows, from large stores or low-cost options, develop serious problems within 90 days of real use, according to Willmachinery .
Communities embrace drought resistant landscaping for sustainable gardens
Water conservation restrictions have just begun in Wake County, North Carolina, immediately impacting over 600,000 residents and limiting outdoor irrigation.
Why Xeriscaping Is Replacing Lawns for 2026's Low Maintenance Landscaping
Meadow conversions, a key low-maintenance trend in 2026, can replace traditional lawns and slash household water bills by up to 50%, according to Journée Mondiale .
Understanding the Demand for Single-Wheel Wheelbarrows
Gardeners in North America and Europe are increasingly opting for single-wheel wheelbarrows that prioritize ergonomic comfort and lightweight design, marking a significant departure from traditional h
Spring gardening events offer local gardeners new skills
This spring, volunteers in one community will deliver approximately 100 raised garden beds directly to residents' homes, making gardening accessible like never before.
Master Your Garden with These Top Edging Shovel Hacks
A recent viral video, showcasing a gardener creating razor-sharp lawn edges in minutes with a common spade, has garnered over 10 million views.
Denver Experts Share Colorado Drought Gardening Strategies for Spring
As Colorado faces ongoing drought, local experts share essential gardening strategies and plant choices that still thrive, helping homeowners maintain beautiful and sustainable outdoor spaces.
The Rise of the Unfussy Garden: Why Homeowners Are Choosing Presence Over Perfection
As homeowners redefine their relationship with the outdoors, the emerging garden trends for Spring 2026 signal a major shift from meticulous projects to personal sanctuaries.
Spring Cleanup Services See Rising Demand as Lawn Care Season Begins
As the lawn care season kicks off, spring cleanup services are reportedly seeing a significant surge in demand from homeowners eager to prepare their yards for warmer weather.
The Rise of the Personal Garden: Top Emerging Garden Landscaping Trends for the Spring Season
This spring, homeowners are trading perfectly manicured lawns for deeply personal outdoor spaces that reflect memory, comfort, and unique style.
Rising Gas Prices Affect Spring Lawn Care Services
As homeowners prepare for spring, reports indicate a busy season for lawn care services, which are also navigating the effects of rising gas prices.
The Rise of Maximalism in Gardening: Why Homeowners Are Embracing Abundance
A definitive trend analysis reveals a shift from minimalist landscapes to the vibrant, statement-making style of maximalism in gardening, where homeowners embrace abundance and color.
House Beautiful Launches 'Archive Dive' on Dream Garden Buildings
The new "Archive Dive" series from House Beautiful uncovers a treasure trove of historical garden buildings, offering timeless inspiration for today's outdoor living spaces.
12 Best Low Maintenance Drought Tolerant Plants for Any Climate
A single drought-tolerant garden can save thousands of gallons of water annually, transforming a high-maintenance chore into an environmental contribution.
Landscape Designers' Priorities in Yard Design
A professional landscape design service doesn't just pick plants; it evaluates an entire property to create a plan that effectively utilizes every single area, according to Vandjlandscape .
Top 10 Best Smart Home Devices for Outdoor Use
The Eufy Floodlight Camera E340 illuminates entire yards with up to 2,000 lumens while recording with two HD cameras, but this powerful setup requires hardwiring, according to The New York Times .
Best Smart Outdoor Lighting Systems for Ambiance
A single Philips Hue starter kit can cost around $240, yet newer brands like Govee offer 500-lumen spot lights and extensive string light options for a fraction of the investment.