Learn to build an A-frame vertical rain gutter garden system with an automatic watering setup. I designed this project in 3D using Google Sketchup. We built this A-Frame garden because our homestead ...

The parched month of March and the relief of thirst-quenching overnight rain reminds us how much we need to safeguard our most precious natural resource. Every time we keep the rainfall Mother Nature ...

Syracuse, NY -- You know that soggy spot in your yard that appears after a rainstorm? That’s not the place for a rain garden. “If you’re directing more water into it, you’ll end up with a pond,” said ...

Q: Every time it rains, I see a beautiful cascading waterfall. Unfortunately, the waterfall is right above my front door. Help me keep the rain off my head and explain how to install rain gutters. A: ...

During recent winter storms, many Californians had the same thought: How can I save some of that rain for later? Forget buckets; instead, rethink your flow. Traditionally, most of our home landscapes ...

Many cities are now requiring builders to create water catchment systems to prevent erosion and improve water quality. One way for the homeowner to do this is to build rain gardens on their property.

There’s nothing quite like having a garden in your backyard. You get tomatoes with flavor. Fresh herbs are easy. If you’d like to go crazy, you can always grow a gigantic pumpkin. But there’s a ...

Where does rain water from your roof go? If you have gutters, they capture rain water. The captured water flows into a downspout and either disperses into the ground or is carried via pipes to a storm ...

Gutters are a necessary evil for many homeowners, but they're not the only choice if you're in need of a drainage system to ...

Gemma is an experienced freelance writer who has spent the last five years focusing on expert-driven content relating to homes and gardens. She has contributed to several lifestyle publications ...