Learn how to build a pergola with these step-by-step designs for shade in your yard, your garden or over your deck. Bountiful sunshine makes our gardens grow, but all living things need a little shade ...

Trying to decide between building a pergola or a gazebo in your backyard? This quick video breaks down the key differences — ...

Q. I need to build a pergola to separate a small patio from my driveway. I’m trying to create a privacy screen and as much shade as possible. The issue is I have only a tiny strip of ground to work ...

Pergolas fell out of favor as homeowners turned to three-season rooms, large decks or covered porches. But the venerable pergola has mounted a comeback as gardeners seek ways to bring plantings and ...

I need to build a pergola to separate a small patio from my driveway. I’m trying to create a privacy screen and as much shade as possible. The issue is I have only a tiny strip of ground to work with, ...

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Dear James: I have a walkway in my yard that could use some shade and sprucing up. People have told me to build a pergola. How do I do this, and what is the difference between a trellis, arbor and ...

DEAR TIM: I need to build a pergola to separate a small patio from my driveway. I’m trying to create a privacy screen and as much shade as possible. The issue is I have only a tiny strip of ground to ...