You do not have to have a green thumb to take pride in your garden. One of the best ways to maintain your outdoor space is to install outdoor planters. In fact, planters can provide you with the necessary space to create your own patio garden or a place to grow your own herbs. When [...]
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My Newly Overseeded Winter Lawn Using Perennial Rye Grass
Here where I live in Arizona, we get a bit longer of a summer growing season for our grass. In fact, this past year, it wasn’t until the last half of October that conditions were even right for overseeding. Typically, the recommendations are that you don’t overseed your lawn until the average overnight temperatures are [...]
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The Gazebo: Plans and Designs for Your Backyard
Building a gazebo is usually high on a homeowner’s to-do list. The romantic and serene feel of a wooden gazebo makes even the smallest back yard feel comforting. With the plethora of do-it-yourself instructions and kits available, even a beginner can build a beautiful outdoor space with little effort. Since this is just one of [...]
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How to Make A Compost Bin: Standard and Creative Ideas
Making a compost bin is actually a very simple project. If you’re at all familiar with our site, you know that we promote projects that DIYer types can enjoy and handle in one to two weekends. This project is even more beneficial in that you can learn how to make a compost bin in no [...]
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Planning on Building A Pond for Your Backyard?
If you’re planning on building a pond in your backyard, there are a few steps to consider. Well, there are more than a few, but some include the planning and designing of the water feature, too. The actual steps it takes to build your backyard pond will be discussed shortly. So, what type of pond [...]
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