Lawns & Lawn Care

Each year, Americans spend lots of hours and millions of dollars researching ways to transform their plain lawns and outdoor spaces into visibly engaging, well-furnished, lush areas full of plants, flowers, and trees. Planning on a new landscape design, thinking of lawn maintenance routines, or even considering buying or selling a house and wondering which type…

Getting married is a major life event that you’ll never forget. If you’re planning to walk down the aisle with that special someone, a backyard wedding is a great way to say your vows and tie the knot on a budget. Whether your outdoor space is large or small, it’s easy to plan a backyard…

Being a good neighbor is more than just having a cup of sugar at the ready in case the couple next door runs out. Practicing neighborhood etiquette benefits you and the people living near you by forming friendships and avoiding tensions before they arise. Knowing your neighbors gives you a sense of well-being and makes…

Spring cleaning is an annual ritual that many perform—some more enthusiastically than others—to clear out the winter debris and achieve a more comfortable environment for everyone in our households. But performing spring cleaning and annual home maintenance tasks isn’t only good for our homes. According to medical science, it’s actually good for our mental and…

Starting a garden is an excellent way to enjoy beautiful plants and delicious fruits, herbs, and vegetables right in your backyard. As a new gardener, it’s vital to be sure you’re choosing plants that will thrive in your climate. The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map helps you determine which plants will grow best in your…

As fall approaches, days shorten and temperatures drop, it’s time for sweaters, fire pits, and pre-winter chores. Fall can be a busy season because you’re preparing your lawn, garden, and home for the approaching cold. As you harvest the last of your garden and give that lawn one last grooming, it’s also time to perform…

With landfills filling up and this planet crying for help, there’s no better time than now to start giving back to Mother Earth. One great way is to start a home composting system. Instead of pitching your kitchen waste in the garbage can and forgetting about it, why not recycle it into soil for your…

Having land that you can work with is a great project for those who are creative and want to personalize where they live. Landscaping can transform a plot of land and even the look of a house to make an area have the right vibes. Depending on what you want to grow, you can make…