5 Space-Saving Ideas to Maximize Small Yards and Patios
Your yard and patio are part of your living space, just like the kitchen or living room. Now, if your outdoor space is small— like, really small—there’s no need to get jealous of the neighbors! There are plenty of ways to use your space so…
My Milkweed Brings All the Bees to the Yard: Building a Pollinator Garden
Sorry Kelis, but bringing all the boys to the yard seems a bit ambitious. A much more reasonable goal would be to bring all the bees, butterflies, and birds to the yard—no milkshakes required. All you have to do is plant a pollinator garden! Attracting…
7 Colorful Spring Plants to Get in the Ground Now!
Spring is the perfect time to get your plants in the ground. The soil temperature is still cool, so your plants’ roots won’t get shocked by a sudden shift to warm temperatures. Plus, you’ve got a long growing season ahead, so you can enjoy their…
Clean Up That Yard With Our Spring Checklist!
Doing a thorough clean-up of the yard should be at the top of your spring cleaning checklist! Realistically, the clean-up inside the house can wait, but your yard can’t—you want to get these tasks done so that your lawn stays on track for the rest…
No Peeking! 8 Fast-Growing Trees and Evergreens for Backyard Privacy
Our backyards are extensions of our living space, and we have every right to relax out there and enjoy the sunshine. Whether you want to catch some rays next to the kiddie pool, take a nap in a lawn chair, or barbecue in your boxers,…
Operation Garden: 5 Tips for Successful Transplanting
If you’ve been binge-watching your favorite hospital tv-drama and find yourself daydreaming of performing emergency surgeries and life-saving transplants, we’ve got a low-risk alternative that doesn’t require ten years of University training: transplanting garden plants! Heck, it’s even easier than the board game “Operation.” When…