Summer days with friends coming over for barbeques, the family out by the pool, or just sitting by yourself outside are utterly unmatched by almost anything. When friends come over to watch the game and … Read more
There’s nothing quite as relaxing and refreshing as popping a nice cold drink on a warm day on your patio. The most convenient and quickest way of having this comfort is with ice buckets on … Read more
Ants are fascinating and in general, are beneficial to your yard, but as gardeners, our knee-jerk reaction seems to be “bug bad.” There are times when you do need to move an ant population, but … Read more
Not everyone has access to a pool or can set up a pool in their backyard. Some have to go to public pools to relax or to escape the summer heat. But, most of the … Read more
So you’re looking to establish a new lawn, but you’re not sure what’s better to use: topsoil or compost. What are they and what do you need to grow a vibrant lawn? Topsoil and compost … Read more
Ah, the end of the growing season. While it’s tempting to throw up your hands and take a winter-long break from gardening (which you deserve, with all the work you put in), there are a … Read more
It’s finally that time, your old lawn just isn’t cutting it for you and all you want to see is a luscious green lawn as you step out your front door. As a homeowner, keeping … Read more
Beach sand is a hostile environment for plants – high salt levels, intense heat and light, poor nutrient availability, lack of moisture retention and instability present a very challenging set of obstacles to establishment and … Read more
Maintaining your backyard can be quite a nuisance if you have to deal with thick branches, bushes, and hedges. It may be tricky without the right tools to prepare your outdoor area for social gatherings … Read more
Whether your lawn is your pride and joy, a status symbol, or the lush carpet your children (or you) run around on, you want your grass to grow in green and thick. (And preferably without … Read more