If you currently live in the country or the suburbs, you might have access to a backyard for growing flowers and vegetables. But if you live in the city, then chances are that your yard is a rooftop! The good news is that even in densely populated urban areas, it is still possible to grow greenery. …
Everybody loves a luscious garden filled to the brim with vibrant flowers and vegetation – but not everyone has the space for a large flower garden. For apartment dwellers, we’ve gathered our favorite balcony gardening ideas and products to help you use your space in the grandest way possible. Let’s get started! 1. Vertical Plant …
Ticks are a nuisance and a potentially dangerous garden guest, known to carry nearly a dozen bacterial diseases. Without the proper precautions, ticks can wreak havoc on our pets and even on us, burrowing into the skin and feeding off of their living host. If you’ve read our Plants That Repel series, then you know …
So you have your own garden, it’s your small piece of heaven away from the world. You’re already planning out the design in your head, here’s where the hammock will go, maybe a couple of bean bags over there, a lemon tree, a dog house, but what are you going to do with that bit …
How cool do you think your patio, garden, or walkway will look if you use rocks to decorate their landscapes? Pretty cool, of course. Using landscaping rocks is a valuable addition to the outdoor area of any house. You must take as good care of your outdoor decoration as you do of your interior design. …
Do you think that you can only enjoy spending time in the backyard if it’s a big one? Think again. There are lots of small backyard ideas that will help transform this limited space into a functional and interesting spot. Adding a few pieces and colors to your small backyard will make it look exceptional, …
When your landscape needs a bit of refreshing, lighting can be the perfect way to add the character and mood you’ve been looking for. We’ll be covering 21 landscape lighting ideas to light up the night and create a gorgeous aesthetic effect. Landscape lighting can be delicate and soft, or bright and visually striking. From …
As you can probably tell from the photo above, flies are unsightly creatures. And not only are they not the prettiest peaches on the tree, but they’re also incredibly pesky. During the warm months – the seasons when you and your family are looking to enjoy the days outside – flies are relentlessly landing on …
We take great pride in our lush gardens. But a garden that is dim at night can make yards look incomplete. Garden lights are an inexpensive (in the long run), effective, and long-lasting way to completely change the feel of gardens. They cast eye-catching shadows and brilliantly illuminate the aspects of the vegetation that you’re …
A patio can totally flip your life over, in a good way of course. This outdoor haven can be quite the addition you’re looking for in order to make your day that much brighter. And if you have a smaller space, we’ve got some great small patio ideas for you. Having the girls over for …
Spending time outdoors in beautiful weather is one of the true joys of life, especially when it’s right outside your home door. If you’re looking to turn for paver patio ideas or to turn your backyard into a gorgeous haven, you’ve come to the right place. We can’t really think of anything more exciting than …
When you’re thinking about appropriate landscape design, there are lots of factors that you need to consider. First, you should think about your priorities and the purposes you want your outdoor area to serve. You should also think about the difficulty of implementation, the climate, and the amount of effort and money you want to …
