Landscaping | Gardening
Lush, Drought-Tolerant and Filled With Wildlife
Redesigning their backyard persuaded this family of three to stay put instead of moving. Previously, they had a collection of cherished fish living in a leaky pond, mature shrubs overwhelming and overshading the small space, and a patchy lawn growing in poorly draining clay soil. The yard is the main view from inside the home,…
Read More10 Surefire Ways To Boost Your Curb Appeal
There’s no need to buy a new house or take on an extensive remodel to get the curb appeal you want. There are many ways to approach your exterior to give it a serious update without a serious overhaul. Here are 10 favorite tips for you to boost your house’s first impression. 1. Stairs. If you…
Read More5 Big-Picture Home Design Trends
Luxurious decor, the color green, swimming pools and dedicated spaces for work, art and exercise are just some of the trends taking off. Here you can glimpse more of what homeowners are interested in now — and get an idea of what homes might look like in the very near future. 1. Dedicated Activity Spaces…
Read MoreHow To: Design A Healing Garden At Home
Spending time in the garden can be a wonderful mood lifter and stress reliever. For that reason, health & other facilities have long incorporated healing gardens into their treatment for patients, family members and staff. But these healing spaces aren’t limited — they also have a place in the home garden. We spoke with Evette…
Read More13 Brilliant Pumpkin Carving Hacks
Click/Tap Image To View Video Many of us dream of creating an elaborately carved pumpkin for our neighbors to admire on Halloween night, but the second we start carving, we remember how difficult it is just to cut out a toothy grin. To prevent your pumpkin carving ambitions from turning into frightful fails, here are…
Read MoreYour October Home Checklist
The leaves are falling, pumpkins are showing up at market, and the cozy comforts of home beckon — it must be October. Make the most of this month’s bountiful harvest, get some exercise raking leaves in the brisk air, and button down your house in preparation for winter. Then sit back, relax and warm your…
Read MoreAutumn’s Best Porches & Patios
Check out these inviting autumn-inspired porch and patio spaces. Cue the Color Warm, golden-hued planters serve as eye-catching accents on this pumpkin-piled fall front porch. Tip: Fill your planters with a mix of colors, heights and textures for maximum visual interest. Create Cozy Seating Arrangements When setting up porch furniture, arrange seating with conversation in mind. Pairs,…
Read MoreEnhance Your Landscape This Fall With 8 Outdoor Projects
Fall days are still long and bright enough to make being outside pleasant but cooler than the summer heat, so the idea of taking on a landscape project is inviting. If you’re looking for ways to take advantage of fall days and also get a jump on gearing up for winter or spring projects, think…
Read More10 Things To Do In Your Early Fall Garden
Fall is a time when the garden to-do list becomes shorter and you have time to enjoy the growing season’s final days. For some, that might mean adding final touches to their yard’s fall show or starting to think about next year’s plans. For others, it’s about slowing down and taking the time to appreciate…
Read MoreTransition Your Porch From Summer To Fall
As the air turns crisp and the leaves change from green to amber, red and gold, you may find yourself wanting to linger a little longer on the porch and savor that glowing autumn light. From clusters of candles to cozy wool blankets, here are eight ways to help create a comfortable, welcoming porch that…
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