Watering is a necessary chore, yet it doesn't need to be a challenge. Whether you love it or loathe it, you need to do it to keep plants alive, but you can relieve some of the pressure with ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A windowsill DIY watering system Watering plants is a constant necessity to keep them alive and thriving. Whether it is flowers in ...

In flood-prone southern Louisiana, the problem with water is usually that there’s too much of it. But during dry periods, weeks can go by without a good rain. This spring brought a lengthy dry spell ...

A garden greywater system diy uses a 5 gallon bucket. This garden greywater system DIY project uses a 5-gallong bucket and low-cost parts. I’ve always wanted to do more with greywater (also spelled ...

Want to make the best irrigation system for vegetable gardens? Learn how to make a cheap drip irrigation system that works for homes and small farm gardens. One of the most important aspects of ...

Owning a suburban home has its perks. Having to water your lawn constantly isn't one of them. You must dedicate multiple hours every week standing behind a garden hose or running a sprinkler. If you ...

Sweltering summer temperatures seem to have hit earlier this year than ever before, and as a beginner gardener, I was horrified to see my new collection of container plants withering in the hot sun. I ...

Sprinklers, which spray water into the air where it is easily evaporated or lost to the wind, are inherently inefficient. They spread water over large areas, regardless of whether there are roots ...

DIY web site Instructables details how to keep your plants healthy by building a self-watering planter from a couple of plastic IKEA storage boxes. The concept is simple. Two boxes are nested inside ...