If you have a slope on your property, you know they can be difficult to maintain. It can also be a challenge to prevent erosion and navigate the space to access gardens or your outdoor patio. If you have a slope in your yard that you aren’t sure what to do with, here are 10 […]
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DIY Stepping Stones For Kids
DIY stepping stones for kids are a great project to keep the kids busy and engaged. And if the weather where you are is nice right now, it’s also a fun project for outside! Let the kids help make some DIY stepping stones for your garden this year. Here are some ideas. DIY Stepping Stones […]
Backyard Shade Ideas That Aren’t Shady
Some of us appreciate an open, sunny backyard. But a lot of us really enjoy the solitude, cooler temps and privacy that comes with shade. If you are looking for shade ideas for your backyard, you’re going to love all the inspiration I have for you! Shade Ideas for Your Backyard Fast-Growing Shade Trees One […]
10 Super Easy DIY Chicken Coop Ideas
Chicken coop ideas are all over the Internet these days. Why? Because raising chickens in your backyard has become a popular hobby and self-sufficiency project for many. You’ve likely seen photos of super cute chicken coops or ingenious chicken setups online. If you’re interested in raising chickens yourself, here’s some chicken coop DIY inspiration. […]
Plant Encyclopedia: Columbine
Must Know Plant Care Tips: Columbine is a cool-season flower, and prefers cooler weather to hot temperatures. High humidity isn’t a friend to columbine. If your climate is hot and humid in summer, grow them in a spot with afternoon shade. Plant Problem Solver: Don’t allow columbine to stay in saturated soil […]
12 Ways to Add Privacy to Your Patio
Your patio is a great place to hang out on a warm summer evening. But if it’s lacking in the privacy department, you probably don’t spend as much time out there as you’d like. Here are 12 different ways you can add privacy to your patio without a major renovation. 1. Drop Cloths Make a […]
12 Secret Landscaping Tips That Will Light Up Your Yard
Whether you’re selling your home or just want to spruce up your curb appeal for summer, you’ve got plenty of options. In fact, there are so many choices that you might be forgetting something. For example, most of us only look at our landscaping during the day. But what about after the sun goes down? […]
DIY Birdbath Projects and Tutorials
As spring is rolling around and summer will soon be upon us, it’s always nice to spend some time outside basking in the sunlight. The only thing that can make our outdoor experience even better is the sweet sound of twittering birds who have come to our backyard! In order to get those wonderful critters […]
15 Garden Mosaic Projects
Sometimes our gardens are just missing something and many times that hole can be filled by a mosaic project! Do you have some shattered ceramic or small pieces of tile? Well, if you do then you’re in luck! Take those shards, get some glue, and get ready to mosaic anything you want! Here are some […]