Outdoor Living

Push Reel Mowers Versus Rotary Mowers

Full disclosure: I own a Push Reel mower. I am a down and dirty earth-loving, station wagon-driving...

Five Ways To Use A Small Urban Backyard

City dwellers often rely on botanical gardens and city parks for their outdoor fix, but many...

How To Control Garden Gophers

Gophers can be a serious threat in home gardens. They have a nasty reputation for pulling entire...

Energy-Saving Lights: Options For Outdoor Lighting

When it comes to lighting, consumers have hundreds if not thousands of choices. While many...

What To Do If Your Garden Is Getting Brown From Heat

It seems like summer is finally here. Finally! I don’t know about you, but I am ready,...

Guidelines For Building A Bouldering Wall At Home

Do you love bouldering? Building a bouldering wall at home means you can enjoy this fun sport...

20 Plants That Will Take Over Your Yard

Some of the following plants are sold as ornamental plants. Some of them are native to one...

Caring For Koi Ponds

Every thirty seconds, a koi pond is Pinned. Okay, I made that up, but seriously, does anyone...