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Wood is the most cost-efficient material for raised garden boxes. It is an effective and easy to install solution to create lovely raised beds and planters for your back yard. And, although wood won’t last forever, it can definitely last for 10 or more years before it needs to be replaced. On This Page: Best…

Planting trees in your yard can provide you and your family with beautiful views and ample shade for the hottest summer days. We’ve identified fifteen popular types of trees suitable for various purposes to fit any size of yard. Nine trees were cited as the best small trees for small yards, those being birch, crabapple,…

Given the amount of time we spend inside our homes, it’s no surprise it’s where we spend the bulk of our remodeling dollars. But neglecting your home’s exterior can leave it looking tired and rundown. Here are four projects that will boost your home’s curb appeal and ensure the outside of your home looks as…

HomeAdvisor’s Best Types of Evergreen Shrubs Guide provides twelve options for evergreen shrubs appropriate for a variety of uses. Based on appearance, their need for maintenance, and conditions for ideal growth, we decided that nine species are the best evergreen shrubs: arborvitae, azalea, cherry laurel, euonymus, juniper, leucothoe, Mugo pine, Pieris japonica, and yew. The…

HomeAdvisor’s Best Tomato Plants Guide lays out a number of rewarding tomato cultivars that are appropriate for gardeners of varying knowledge levels. Six tomato varieties, picked for their yield, use, and level of maintenance required, are the best for growing in gardens. Those varieties are bing cherry, black cherry, hundreds and thousands, Juliet, Maskotka, and…

On This Page: The Process of Growing a Vertical Garden Types Placement & Plants 6 Steps to Build Irrigation DIY vs. Hire a Pro An apartment building in a thriving neighborhood with all the benefits of urban life can be great. But, when you want a taste of nature, you have to take a long…

If you love the idea of a lush lawn but live in a drought-prone region, you can still have a beautiful and sustainable patio by planting the best drought-resistant grass for your yard. Don’t fight the sun. Instead, use our guide to help you opt for the best grass for full sun and bring your…

A shaded back yard is great for you and your family to enjoy the outdoors, but it is less than ideal if you also want to have a lush lawn. Fortunately, you don’t have to choose between one or the other. Shade tolerant grass can grow healthy and strong, even if your yard is not…

Biophilic design is the idea that “the presence of natural, outdoor elements like plant life provide measurable benefits to our mental and physical well-being.”

Having a healthy, beautiful lawn is important for your home’s curb appeal, and offers many other important benefits to homeowners. When you learn basic lawn care, you’re able to keep your grass healthy and prevent the growth of weeds. Understanding how to care for your lawn, from mowing and cleanup to fertilization and landscaping, and…