Dandelions (taraxacum officinale) are a very common wild-growing perennial flower that starts with bright yellow blooms, which eventually turn into thin, translucent puffy-looking seed heads. The blowing winds spread these seed heads further, with some people believing you can make…
If you are already taking advantage of mulching your grass instead of bagging it with your lawn mower, you may be wondering whether you can do the same with the leaves that fall from trees in your yard. Certainly, bagging…
Although Mother Nature’s glory is unmatched during fall, this season also brings the back-breaking task of raking fallen leaves. Raking leaves is necessary to clean your backyard, especially if you’re dealing with a thick layer, to ensure they don’t suffocate…
Built on vertical columns with open walls and a latticed roof, a pergola is a beautiful outdoor seating area that allows the sun to shine in and a breeze to circulate throughout its relaxing atmosphere, while still providing an element…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. While it may seem like a good reason not to go outside, snow on your deck isn’t ideal. You may need to remove it so your dogs can safely make…
Strong chemicals like pesticides and chemical fertilizers have long been the go-to solution for lawn care. However, they’re not only tough on your wallet, but they also come with numerous environmental, health, and safety concerns. Maybe you’re worried about the…
We all love a nice, green, healthy-looking lawn. But sometimes, we lack the knowledge to care for our lawn correctly to make it flourish, and we damage it by scalping it. As gardening lovers call it, “scalping your lawn” is…
Watching animals in their own environment outside your home is one of the great joys of being a homeowner. Birds can offer a dazzling display of color and music to our yards. Turning your yard into a sanctuary birds love…
If you maintain a garden, one of the biggest challenges you face is keeping your precious plants safe from destructive pests. This includes large animals like squirrels and moles, as well as the tiny insects that are a tad harder…