Whether you have a patio, porch, or just some open space, your yard is the perfect way to increase your living space. Nothing beats entertaining under the stars on warm summer nights or curling up with a good book with a glass of wine on the weekend. Here are some of the top ways to…
With the weather getting more tolerable, you want to move your entertaining outside. Creating a space for spending time with friends and family isn’t as hard as you think, plus you’ll have less lawn to maintain. 3 Tips for Creating Outdoor Entertaining Space Start From the Bottom Up: Decide on wood or stone for the…
There are few things more wonderful than being able to clip fresh herbs right from a growing plant and put them straight into your food. Fresh herbs have a potency and flavor that often outshines their dried counterparts, and a backyard herb garden can provide endless amounts of your favorites. Think of the possibilities: Fresh…
Trying to figure out the best backdrop for your eye-catching Thanksgiving spread? Here are ten no-fail ideas to get you started. Flower Patch Flowers are a great way to add a festive pop of color. Yellow sunflowers, orange or red roses and some beautiful fall greenery or leaves combine to create a beautiful Thanksgiving centerpiece.…
After mowing, trimming trees and hedges, or clearing away weeds and overgrowth you may find yourself with a pile of lawn rubbish. While you can use a wheelbarrow or other tools to clear away the mess, did you know that a simple plastic tarp can be a great option for lawn cleanup? A large plastic…
Coniferous trees drop pinecones during the warmer months, and many homeowners find the pinecones littered all over their yards to be a nuisance. They can become stuck in lawnmowers and attract pests such as squirrels and mice. Older individuals or people who struggle with back pain may find it difficult to pick up pinecones to…
Looking to add a tree to your yard? Trees can provide character, beauty, privacy and shade, but they last a long time. Before planting your new tree, make sure you have all the facts. Plan ahead when planting a small tree. It will eventually grow to be a large tree, so give it plenty of…
Are your clippers too short to reach the branches of your tree? No need to worry. We’ve got a trick to add some height to your reach, making it easier to prune the trees in your yard. Skip the ladder and extend the clippers with PVC piping. Cut a piece of PVC pipe to attach…
If you notice your lawnmower isn’t performing as well as it used to, it may be time to remove and sharpen the blades. Lawnmower blades benefit from occasional sharpening. Here’s how to do it: First, safely detach the blade from your lawnmower. Read your machine’s owner’s manual for instructions on how to do this safely.…
If you’ve ever seen old golfing bags at yard sales, you may want to stop and pick one up for a few dollars. Golf bags are great for storage, and most have wheels that allow you to easily roll the bag wherever you need it to go. The next time you need to do some…