Today’s outdoor furniture is much more than just cheap folding chairs and mismatched odds and ends. You take a lot of time and effort to choose outdoor furniture for your living style, and if you take good care of it, your furniture can last for many years and look just…
An outdoor dining area can be an amazing addition to your home, bringing your family, friends, and guests together to enjoy delicious meals and great company. But how can you design an outdoor dining area to meet your needs in every tasty way? What Dining Do You Need? Your favorite…
You don’t need a design degree or artistic background to add personal flair to your small piece of the great outdoors. No matter what the size of your yard or your budget, it’s easy to create fantastic outdoor décor to make your outdoor living space truly your own. 12 Amazing…
The proper lighting can add great value and visual appeal to your landscape. There are many attractive lighting options to choose from no matter what your landscape size, style, outdoor activities, or budget. Why You Need Landscape Lighting Adding lights to your landscape does much more than just allow you…
Fire can be a dynamic addition to your outdoor living space, drawing the eye to a flickering focal point, creating a natural gathering spot, adding comfy heat on chilly evenings, and even offering casual cooking for hot dogs, s’mores, and other backyard favorites. But what fire feature is best for…
Shade is essential to make your outdoor living space more pleasant and comfortable so you will be able to enjoy it more often, even on the hottest days. Whether your yard already has some natural shade or you need to shade an entire sunny oasis, there are many options to…
Windowboxes can provide plentiful gardening space in the city, even without a yard. Whether you live in an apartment, condominium, or row house, you can add windowboxes for extra gardening, and with proper care, your window boxes can yield a delicious harvest, fragrant herbs, or stunning flowers for you to…
Annuals are the garden’s showstoppers, with bright, colorful blooms that draw the eye and energize any space. It can be slightly challenging to grow some of the brilliant annuals we cherish in a shady city, however. Popular annuals like zinnias, cosmos, marigolds, and petunias require abundant sunlight to bloom their…
Clay soil can be one of the most challenging soil types for gardeners and landscapers to work with. It is not impossible, however, to turn a clay-based plot into a lush, productive growing space. Understanding your clay soil and knowing how to improve it can help you make the most…
Creating your perfect landscape can be a project that lasts a lifetime, but how can you effectively design your outdoor living area when your needs, activities and preferences may change over the years? Fortunately, with a little careful consideration, you can create a functional and beautiful landscape that all generations…