Rather than dedicating a corner of your yard to a gazebo or a pergola, a patio cover goes over your patio. 'Because they are attached directly to the house, you do not need an additional structure ...

If the outside of your house has exposed brick or stone, choose the same type of material for the pergola's uprights. Wooden cross members can then be attached ... sited on a patio, remove the ...

Grapevines are particularly beneficial for pergolas attached to homes with a south-facing garden. Known as 'the queen of climbers,' clematis is another great climbing plant for a pergola. With its ...