Garden & Outdoor focuses on the spaces just beyond your walls — gardens, yards, balconies, and patios.
We cover practical plant care, outdoor improvements, and small changes that make outside spaces more usable and enjoyable.
Whether you have a large garden or a small balcony, this category is about working with nature, not fighting it.
Lilies (Lilium) have a lot of admirers, albeit for different reasons. While you might adore them for their colorful blooms, deer appreciate them for their taste. Unfortunately, deer exhibit their appreciation by gobbling down the whole plant, leaving only a hoof…
There are many factors that contribute to having a healthy, green lawn: the species of grass planted matters, how rich the soil is, and whether or not you use an adequate amount of fertilizer is also important. However, one of…
Empty alcohol bottles are full of reuse potential. Glass is a durable material that is 100% recyclable, yet it’s estimated that we throw away 28 billion glass bottles and jars every year. Using empty wine and whiskey bottles as crafting…
If you enjoy planting and growing your own herbs, parsley is a great choice to add to your garden. Not only does it add a fresh and vibrant taste to your dishes, but it also has many health benefits. Parsley…
You may have followed traditional ideas of using your front yard to boost your home’s curb appeal by mowing, landscaping, planting, watering, and fertilizing to achieve the perfect look that introduces your home to visitors approaching from the street. However, the…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We have a love/hate relationship with squirrels. Their frisky hijinks make us laugh, and their constant presence in our yard keeps the cats entertained. They also steal our tomatoes and…
When it comes to planting nasturtiums, water and sun are two key factors that play a crucial role in the success of these lovely plants. Nasturtiums are easy-to-grow flowering plants which add a pop of vibrant color to any garden.…
No matter how beautiful your landscaping is, patchy brown spots on your grass can bring down the look of the entire yard. This can be frustrating as many grasses are challenging to grow consistently. Luckily, clover can easily fill in…
Onions are one of the most popular and versatile vegetables in the culinary world. They come in various types and forms, each with its own unique taste and culinary uses. For instance, the yellow onion is the most common and…
Red creeping thyme (Thymus praecox) is a stunning, brightly-colored plant in the mint family that’s hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9. This groundcover can either be used to replace a green lawn or as a container plant. You’ll love…
