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15 Varieties of Zinnias to Grow in Your Backyard

January 18, 2026 by Jamie

Zinnias are one of the easiest and most rewarding flowers to grow in a backyard garden. Known for their bright colors, fast growth, and long bloom time, zinnias add instant impact to garden beds, borders, … Read more

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15 Varieties of Daisies to Grow in Your Backyard

January 18, 2026 by Jamie
Varieties of Daisies to Grow in Your Backyard

Daisies are a classic favorite in backyard gardens thanks to their cheerful blooms and easy-going nature. Known for their simple petal shape and bright centers, daisies bring a fresh, timeless look to garden beds, borders, … Read more

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9 Best Shrubs to Block Wind in Your Backyard

January 2, 2026 by Jamie
Best Shrubs to Block Wind in Your Backyard

The most beautiful outdoor spaces can get uncomfortable when the wind rocks up to join the party. And it always seems to happen at the most inconvenient times. Harsh wind damages delicate plants, rearranges your … Read more

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8 Clever Ways to Keep Flies Away from Your Patio and Yard

January 2, 2026 by Jamie
Clever Ways to Keep Flies Away from Your Patio and Yard

Can you think of anything that ruins an outdoor experience faster than a bunch of flies buzzing around? They take the relaxation out of social gatherings and replace it with pure frustration. Especially during the … Read more

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9 Shrubs That Stay Green Even in Winter

January 2, 2026 by Jamie
Shrubs That Stay Green Even in Winter

Winter is synonymous to dull, colorless gardens, right? Wrong! It doesn’t have to be if you choose from these shrubs that stay green even in winter to enhance your landscape. Not only do cold-hardy shrubs … Read more

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9 Cheap Christmas Light Yard Ideas When on a Budget

January 2, 2026 by Jamie
Cheap Christmas Light Yard Ideas When on a Budget

While the stores are literally lighting up over the Christmas season with more flashing lights than you’ll ever need, you’ll be better off with these cheap Christmas light yard ideas when on a budget. While … Read more

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5 Easy Roof Light Ideas for Christmas

January 2, 2026 by Jamie
Easy Roof Light Ideas for Christmas

Small cottage, large mansion, or something in between. Any abode can do with roof lighting because it’s one of the easiest ways to bring instant holiday cheer to your living space. You can choose to … Read more

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14 Xeriscape Landscaping Ideas for Low-Maintenance Yards

January 2, 2026 by Jamie

Did you know that you can prioritize conservation without sacrificing beauty? Xeriscaping is designed to reduce the need for supplemental water, while it saves you money and cuts down on mowing, fertilizing, and other not-so-fun … Read more

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11 Best Shrubs You Can Grow in Your Garden

January 2, 2026 by Jamie
Best Shrubs You Can Grow in Your Garden

There’s a shrub for every climate and garden style, from modern or formal to cottage or wild. You can use them to define your walkways, frame entrances, or to create natural privacy screens or block … Read more

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10 Garden Shed Ideas That Combine Style and Storage

January 2, 2026 by Jamie
Garden Shed Ideas That Combine Style and Storage

Tools, gardening equipment, pet supplies, overpouring household clutter… Your garden shed can be much more than a place to store all of these items. With these garden shed ideas that combine style and storage you … Read more

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