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Lawn care and garden tips, maintenance, and tricks, to answer all your yard question needs. As a homeowner, keeping your lawn and garden in top shape is very important. It is an enjoyable activity that can keep your property value high and keep your body in shape!

5 Easy Ways to Remove Bird Droppings from Your Wooden Deck

March 7, 2023December 30, 2021 by Jamie
planks of wooden deck

No one likes seeing bird droppings on their wooden deck, let alone a deck you plan on using for a backyard BBQ or other hangout! If you have an event planned but a very dirty … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Exterior Wood, Lawn & Garden

Why Do People Put Pink Flamingos in Their Yard? (Answered)

March 7, 2023December 30, 2021 by Jamie
Two Pink Flamingos

If you have spent time in North America, chances are that you have driven past a residential or business lawn covered in pink flamingos. What seemed to be low-brow humor in the form of these … Read more

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10 Best Garden Hose Pots for Outdoor Storage in 2024

March 3, 2024December 21, 2021 by Jamie
Garden Hose Pot for Outdoor Storage

A beautiful pot is an excellent option for hiding and storing your garden hose and even more. Garden hose pots come in different sizes and are usually made from metal, clay, and plastic. Any big, … Read more

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Can My Neighbor Drain Pool Water into My Yard?

March 7, 2023December 19, 2021 by Jamie
draining pool water into yard

While swimming pools are a great source of fun and relaxation, they can also prove to be headaches when it comes time to repair and maintain them. While it is quite a hefty task for … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Lawn & Garden

9 Ways to Keep Neighbors from Using Your Pool

March 7, 2023December 19, 2021 by Jamie
keep neighbors from using your pool tips

Do you have nosy or forward neighbors that swim in your pool without your permission or while you are not at home? Even if you have given your neighbors permission to swim at your house … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Lawn & Garden

12 Palm Trees that Can Survive in the Cold Weather

March 7, 2023December 13, 2021 by Jamie
types of palms for cold weather

Just because you live in a colder climate doesn’t mean you don’t deserve a bit of tropical landscaping! Palm trees are iconic to many outdoor spaces, but are there palm trees that can survive in … Read more

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How to Keep a Palm Tree Alive in the Winter?

March 7, 2023December 13, 2021 by Jamie
palm trees in the winter

Whether your palm trees are in a pot or a part of your landscaping, they can add tropical charm to your home. Palm trees, when fully grown can be quite hardy and resistant to varying … Read more

Categories Lawn & Garden, Winter

What is a Hose Bib? (All You Need to Know)

March 7, 2023December 11, 2021 by Jamie
outdoor hose bib

Having an outdoor spigot makes utilizing your outdoor spaces easier. Gardening without access to water outdoors would be a hassle. You can even use your hose to water your lawn, fill a pool, or set … Read more

Categories Backyard Tips, Lawn & Garden

Planting Redwood Trees in Your Backyard (Full Guide)

June 23, 2023December 8, 2021 by Jamie
a tall redwood tree

With its easy-to-maintain appeal and breathtaking look, a redwood tree can become an excellent addition to your backyard. Apart from its beauty, this tree boasts a myriad of benefits. Growing a redwood tree is simple, … Read more

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How to Easily Connect a Garden Hose to an Indoor Faucet

March 7, 2023December 8, 2021 by Jamie
a garden hose

A garden hose is an essential part of any home. You can use it for watering your plants, washing your car, or hosing down the driveway. But what if you don’t have a spigot, or … Read more

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