A welcoming front porch is essential to laid-back summer living, which is all about spending time outdoors to bask in the lovely weather and gentle breezes. The front porch is also a great spot to ...

This year the deer are winning. It’s always something of a battle to keep my geraniums out of the bellies of our neighborhood deer, but I usually prevail … until October, when I feel they need the ...

Your front yard is the first place that anyone visiting your home interacts with. Ideally, you’d want to have an inviting front porch that will invite your guests to stay for a while. Having the best ...

Don’t fret if you’re without a yard to grow the flowers or fruit trees of your dreams. A wide variety of plants can thrive in containers that can perk up the appearance of your front porch, deck or ...

Plants for porch landscaping do more than look pretty—they help frame your home and set the tone for what’s inside. Mix textures, colors and shapes for a front yard that feels thoughtful and inviting.

Top-rated picks start at $15.

Melissa is a writer who focuses on home design, trends and projects. She covers content for a variety of sites to help readers navigate everything from finding the right interior color palette to ...

Porch season is in full swing. For many area residents, the melting of the last hard frost and the hint of longer days is the signal to uncover their wicker, unroll their indoor-outdoor rugs, and ...

Want your front porch to look expensive without blowing your budget? Designers say it’s all in the details, and with the right mix of textures, lighting, and thoughtful styling, even the simplest ...

Meredith is a writer and brand strategist with expertise in trends forecasting and Gen Z and Millennial culture. In addition to producing lifestyle content, she uses data-driven storytelling and ...

In addition to putting her "fairytale backyard" on display in August 2022, Chelsea recently showed off her stunning front porch and surrounding area with numerous colorful plants and plenty of ...