Last updated on March 25th, 2021 at 11:33 pmRock pathways are a backyard staple, but, sometimes it is a good idea to step outside the box when planning your rock pathway. Here are fifteen incredible rock pathway ideas to inspire you. Rock Pathway Ideas Use similar sized river rocks to create this whimsical pathway through […]
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7 Simple Tips For Growing Lavender
Last updated on March 4th, 2021 at 09:15 pmI love to grow lavender because it is useful in a variety of different situations. It smells amazing, repels bugs and pests from your garden, plus it tastes great in tea or food! Here are tips for growing lavender at your own home. Tips For Growing Lavender […]
Living Fence Ideas: 15 Amazing Options For Your Yard
Last updated on February 4th, 2021 at 11:52 pmToday I have plenty of living fence ideas for those of us with backyard privacy issues. A living fence is a type of fence made of living plants or trees. Believe it or not, a living fence has the potential to provide more privacy than a regular […]
10 Ways to Create Privacy Without a Fence
Last updated on August 18th, 2020 at 07:02 pmThere used to be a time when you could lounge in your backyard without worrying about being seen. That was, until your neighborhood expanded! Fences are a great way to add privacy and a sense of safety to your back yard area. Contrary to popular belief, fences […]
5 Fast-Growing Perennial Climbing Flowering Vines
I love perennial flowering vines! They grow so quickly. In only a few years they can transform your backyard into something that looks as if it came out of the film The Secret Garden. If the thought of a climbing vine is exactly what your yard needs, check out these 5 fast-growing climbing flowering vines. […]
12 Beautiful Hanging Planter Ideas
One of my favorite features in my garden is all of the hanging planters. If you ask me, a hanging planter just completes the space. Plus, these hanging planter ideas will allow you to maximize the space on your porch or patio so more plants are always welcome! Hanging Planter Ideas: Outdoor Traditional Hanging Basket […]
How To Grow A Thick Green Lawn
It’s always a little embarrassing when spring and summer come along and your lawn still looks like it’s the middle of winter. Dead and brown grass is definitely an eyesore, especially when you have weather that should be producing thick, green grass. Here are a few steps that will teach you how to grow a […]
15 Outdoor Mosaic Projects That Will Change Your Yard
Whether you consider yourself a regular artist, or you struggle to draw stick figures, a mosaic is something almost everyone can manage. If you are looking for a piece of artwork for your yard, but are stumped about what exactly you should do, consider adding an outdoor mosaic, as they really tie yard features together. […]
Plants To Use Near Swimming Pools
Last updated on June 11th, 2021 at 05:43 pmI just love backyard swimming pools! There’s something so fun about having one of these in your backyard when it gets hot in the Summer! And if you ask me, the only thing more fun than playing in a swimming pool is landscaping around one! The right […]
Landscaping Around Trees 101
Landscaping around trees can really make a big impact to your yard.I like to use all of the available space when I’m tackling a landscaping project, especially if the yard was tiny to begin with! The area around growing trees is often disregarded when landscaping, but when done correctly can really maximize the effect of […]