From easy DIYs with minimal materials to affordable purchases for quick solutions, there are many ways to hide your garbage bins and boost your home's appeal.
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Mowing a lawn on a steep incline can go from being a routine chore to a survival battle in seconds. Here's how to ensure you and your machine stay safe.
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With a mix of heat, fuel, and dry grass, lawn mowers create the perfect conditions for fires. Follow these tips to keep your mower from going up in flames.
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The area under trees is often the most unattractive part of a garden, with bare soil and exposed roots. This pretty ground cover makes the perfect disguise.
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If your lawn looks a little sad by the end of the summer, perk it up with this reliable type of turfgrass that will add durable, lush green color to your yard.
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Learn why electric mowers offer better value over gas and see why John Deere takes first place for reliability in the realm of electric riding lawn mowers.
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Ground covers are the perfect alternative to grass for small yards. Find out which beautiful purple-blooming option is tough enough to withstand foot traffic.
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Aeration improves your lawn's health by allowing water and fertilizer to find the roots. But doing so at the right time of year will reap the best rewards.
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Looking to add some fall foliage to your garden landscape with an easy to grow ground cover? This one is easy to care for and thrives in shade.
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You may plan to mow your lawn at the end of the season, along with raking and cleaning up debris, but here's why this will mean fewer birds visiting your yard.
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Sometimes, the best tools are simplest, and this $4 pick from Harbor Freight proves that you don't need to shell out a ton of money for a quality file.
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Summer is peak season for grass growth, but as temperatures start to dip, it goes dormant and no longer needs trimming. Here's how to know exactly when to stop.
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This ground cover not only can handle the dark corners of your yard but grows in a wide range of hardiness zones. Just be sure it's safe to grow in your area.
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Squirrels aren't the only rodents scurrying around bird feeders. Rats want all those sunflower seeds, too. Attach a baffle to ensure birds, not rats, get it.
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If you have a pile of leftover bricks from a recent building project, you can use them creatively to make your own unique and affordable garden path.
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Desperate to disguise that oh-to-functional utility box stuck to the exterior wall of your house? There are all kinds of ways to cover it up if you're creative.
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From the choice of flowers to how you position your backyard lighting, this dramatic gardening trend has an illuminating effect on your space.
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Clover lawns offer low maintenance and natural beauty, but also have trade-offs. Whether this alternative works depends on your yard’s climate and needs.
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A thinning lawn isn’t always beyond saving, but some signs point to deeper trouble. Sometimes, simple fixes won’t cut it and starting fresh makes more sense.
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Lawn mowers are obviously quite sturdy, capable of dealing with tough grass and shrubs. But how do they hold up if you leave them in the rain?
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Overfertilizing could be the hidden reason your lawn looks unhealthy. Luckily, there are signs, fixes, and prevention methods that keep your grass thriving.
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Terracotta pots are notorious for cracking or shattering as they age. Instead of throwing them away, use them to decorate and define areas of your backyard.
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Mulch can lighten a gardener's load by protecting plants, locking in moisture, and beautifying the space. But each type has its own benefits and drawbacks.
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Did you know that just like humans, plants can get a sunburn too? That is why you should save this important outdoor task for a cooler or cloudy day.
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With climate change making your garden hotter and drier than ever, you may want this drought-tolerant tree with unusually shaped bright-red flowers.
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If fences aren't your thing, plant a shrub or tree for privacy. Fast-growing species can create a natural screen in a few years, ideal for impatient gardeners.
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While hardscaping trends come and go, there are certain ones you should now be avoiding so that your yard doesn't look like it belongs in the past.
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