Everyone loves a good campfire story or gooey s’more, but not everyone wants to leave the comfort of their own yard to have those things! With these 10 DIY ideas, you’re only a little work away from having the comfort of a fire pit in your very own backyard! Classic Gravel If you want […]
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8 Patio DIY Projects You’ll Love
Patios are a great place to gather with family and friends, have barbecues, or just relax. But sometimes patios can be old and boring, with nothing colorful or inviting to brighten up the mood! With these eight simple DIY ideas, you can get your patio to become the talk of the town! Curtains One […]
18 Garden Pallet Projects
Old, rotting garden pallets are an eyesore that almost all of us can relate to. They seem to congregate in our yards and slowly decay over time yet never leave. With these 18 ideas, you can turn those pesky pallets into wonderful works of art and decorations! Bed Nothing’s better than relaxing outside in […]
Backyard Lighting: 15 Backyard Lighting Ideas
When summer time rolls around and we find ourselves outside more often, it’s nice to have outside lighting that perfect matches the mood. No need for glaring flood lights or plain boring light bulbs; here are 15 lighting ideas that you can do yourself to create the most […]
Creative Ways to Use Wine Barrels in Your Yard
It seems like everyone and their dog has a wine barrel flowerpot, but what other uses do wine barrels have? Here are some creative ways that you can use wine barrels in your yard! Dog Bed Dogs love to sleep, so why not give them a nice place that they’ll love! Surprisingly, wine barrels […]
14 Amazing Backyard Upgrades to do This Summer
When the nights get longer and the weather gets warmer, we all find ourselves itching to spend more time outdoors and in our yards. Don’t drudge through another summer in a normal backyard, but put these 14 upgrades to use to make your yard the most exciting […]
9 Fabulous Xeriscape Ideas
To start off, let’s give you an idea about what “xeriscaping” means. “Xeros” is a Greek word that means “dry.” Xeriscape landscapes require less irrigation than traditional landscapes and therefore conserve water (and your money!). While especially popular in desert areas like Arizona and other parts of the Southwest, elements of xeriscaping can be incorporated […]
10 Bugs You Should LOVE in Your Garden
Before you yell “Ew!” and run away, give some bugs a second look! These 10 bugs are good for your greens, also known as “beneficials,” and can be used in place of harmful pesticides. Check out this list of your greatest allies in the garden: 1. Damsel Bugs eat pests like aphids, caterpillars, leafhoppers, and thrips. […]
How to Make Rock Mulch Look Amazing
* Do an inner and outer circle of dark and light rocks for contrast Source * Use rock mulch to surround another kind of mulch like bark Source * Choose a rock color that coordinates with your plants and other parts of your landscaping Source * Use rocks of various sizes and colors Source * For […]