As you’re shopping for a rake for your yard’s leaf cleanup this fall, take the time to consider a variety of styles, including a no-clog rake. A typical rake often requires you to stop and clear out leaves the rake’s…
Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) has piqued the fancy of many gardeners and foragers, particularly the health-conscious ones. Despite being a common wild plant, several green enthusiasts grow it for its remarkable nutritional profile, boasting high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins,…
Peopleimages/Getty Images Keeping your lawn healthy and free of weeds can be difficult, and many herbicides contain chemicals that are harmful to humans and pets. While vinegar is great for cleaning, it can also help rid your lawn of weeds,…
A backyard shed can serve a variety of purposes around the home, and the extra space it offers can function as an office, play area, workshop, or general storage room. Sheds can also be used in more exciting ways, like…
After working to keep your grass beautiful and green throughout the summer months, you may be tempted to shovel snow off your lawn in an attempt to protect it from the cold precipitation. You might also be thinking of shoveling…
Box turtles can find their way onto your property, finding a home in your garden and a hiding place under that backyard brush pile you created to attract and support wildlife. If it’s possible a turtle is living in your backyard,…
Perfectly trimmed, weed-free lawns date back to the 1600s in Europe as a sign of the owner’s status in the community and their wealth. Centuries before the invention of the gas-powered lawnmower, grasses had to be trimmed and weeded by…
Transplanting hydrangeas can be a delicate process, but with proper care and attention, you can make it hassle-free and increase the chances of maintaining a thriving plant. In an interview with Marlo Thomas, Martha Stewart recommends a heavy focus on…
When it comes to dangerous outdoor home maintenance tasks, you might not automatically think of mowing your lawn as one of them. Climbing ladders, cutting down tree limbs, and fixing roof shingles seem a lot more perilous, but that doesn’t…
Mulching is one of the most important things to learn as a gardener; if you’re a seasoned gardener, you’re probably well aware of this. While it’s essential to a garden, mulch can often make different messes, devolving into long cleaning…
