Flat, even landscapes are often coveted in backyards. However, flat backyards are not always found. Fortunately, varied terrain does not mean certain landscaping plans are entirely off limits, ...

Here's everything you need to know about the tools, materials, and preparation it takes to build a retaining wall out of wood, including when to call a pro.

Dear James: I’m planning a veggie garden on my sloping lot so I need a retaining wall. I have used timbers before, but blocks might hold up better. Which method do you prefer? -- Steve W. Dear Steve: ...

Homes are not always located on flat lots. In fact, landscapes can feature hills and valleys, necessitating some extra steps when installing certain features. Retaining walls are often utilized to ...

Spring is just around the corner, and thoughts of new landscaping are on everyone’s mind. But something very old is one of the newest and most modern trends occupying people’s minds: gabions — wire ...

“Stone Primer,” by Charles McRaven is the essential guide for homeowners interested in diy stonework, from winding garden paths to fireplaces and stone retaining walls. Stone Primer (Storey Publishing ...

Richard shows how to maintain a mini split; Mark and Jenn build a garden retaining wall. Richard Trethewey demonstrates how to maintain a mini split, showing how to properly clean the indoor and ...

Q. I want to build a retaining wall that’s going to look great for years. At my last house, I had a short retaining wall around a patio that started to lean out toward the lawn. The little wall was ...

Segmental retaining wall (SRW) units are one of the most versatile landscaping tools in the homeowner’s and professional landscaper’s toolbox. Retaining wall units have evolved from just being used to ...

Whether restoring an existing wall or building new, these are the five things you should know before building a garden wall. Building a garden wall is one of the essential garden landscaping ideas.