Around the Yard
From Yardwork to Landscaping
There is a certain pride one feels about how their yard looks. There is a lot of time and effort that go into yardwork and landscaping and the results are beautiful and aesthetically pleasing, a reward if you will. But, how do you start? What should you do? How do you find quality tools you’ll need?
Getting Started
There are so many options available in landscape design that you really are only limited by your imagination. Landscaping is more than yardwork maintenance, it takes into consideration your entire yard, starting with the soil, the lighting, and the atmosphere you want to create.
Consider some landscape design ideas to maximize space and natural resources:
Get to know your soil and hardiness zone to understand potential flora and fauna in your yard.
Other Tips & Tricks For the Yard
DIY Projects
This is my favorite part of outdoor projects, DIY. You can actually do so much work on your own that is cost effective and looks great, it all can’t be done at the same time, but that’s the fun part, adding bits at a time. We offer articles on how to build your own fire pit, planter box ideas, and product reviews to help you find the best tools.
Winterization
You’ve put a lot of effort into your yard, continue the upkeep to get a head start on the spring season. For those in colder climates the prepping for next year starts in September. We’ve been thinking a lot about winterizing, and tips and tricks to help keep everything in tip top shape until it’s ready to be used again.
Around the Yard Articles
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3 DIY Rain Catcher Systems
Rain Water Harvest for Everyday Uses Free & Unprocessed Water Benefits If you’ve been thinking about diy rain catcher systems, never fear. People have been collecting rainwater for thousands of years and it’s easy! Whether you want a … Read more
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5 Steps to Build a Simple Greywater Recycling System
Maximize Your Water Usage & Decrease Your Water Bill What is Greywater & How it Will Change Your Life Why build a greywater recycling system? Greywater refers to water that has been used for household cleaning and bathing, … Read more
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What is the Best Lawn Mower? 5 Sensational Mowers
Well Manicured Lawns Make or Break Your Landscape Lawn Mower – Product Review Buying the best lawn mower is a big decision that can be overwhelming. There are so many options on the market, and while this is … Read more
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7 Intriguing Reasons to Try Vertical Box Planter Gardens
Vertical Box Planters Make Your Plants Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Keep Flowers, Vegetables, & Herbs in a Healthy Environment Looking into vertical box planters? What can be better than fresh, homegrown vegetables and fruit? Gardening can seem intimidating … Read more
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8 Exquisite DIY Planter Box Designs That Maximize Your Garden Space
Now You Can Use Plants as Accents in Landscape Design Small Decorative Planter Box Ideas It’s time you looked into DIY planter box designs. If you love to garden and are limited on space, planter boxes are a … Read more
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8 Best DIY Vertical Planter Designs
Creative & Decorative Wooden Vertical Planter Designs Vertical Landscape Design Ideas Recently, vertical planters have become more popular and for good reason! These are great space savers, and the plants typically need less water. Most of them are … Read more
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5 Affordable Air Compressor Review
What to Look for in an Air Compressor Before Purchasing Product Review We have compiled the top selling air compressors on Amazon and created this air compressor review. Now that you’re in the market, or maybe just window … Read more
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5 Quick Start Snow Blowers
Keep Your Sidewalks & Driveways Clear Snow Blower – Product Review I’ve had the pleasure of shoveling snow. I don’t recommend it, neither does my back. I do recommend a snow blower for anyone who lives anywhere where … Read more
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When to Aerate a Lawn, 5 Steps to an Extraordinary Yard
Everything to Know to Aerate a Lawn Have the Gold Star Lawn on the Block A little loving care is necessary to maintain a healthy, beautiful lawn. When you aerate a lawn annually your lawn benefits greatly, and … Read more
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2 Ways to Keep a Safe Fireplace
Prepare Hearth & Home with a Safe Fireplace Winter is Coming A fireplace is a wonderful home feature to have for the cold seasons. A safe fireplace creates a cozy atmosphere, provides a beautiful glow, and can reduce … Read more
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7 DIY Soil Tests to Jumpstart Your Spring Planting
The truth about the impact of your soil in DIY soil tests Test your soil in the fall for a more bounteous spring As our lawn and garden’s growth cycle slows during the fall season, it’s a great … Read more
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Build an Impressive Backyard Fire Pit in 5 Steps
Bring the Feeling & Fun of a Fire Pit to Your Backyard Step-by-Step How to Build a Backyard Fire Pit One of the perks of camping is the fire pit, the cooking, the sitting, the commraderrie, the lapping … Read more
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How to Build a Greenhouse in 6 Effortless Steps
Building a Greenhouse is More Than Swinging a Hammer Extend your growing season with a greenhouse Grow year round when you learn how to build a greenhouse. With your own greenhouse, you can keep growing well into the … Read more
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Top 5 Practical Leaf Blower Review
Which Leaf Blower is the Right One for You? Amazon Top Pick Leaf Blower Review Looking for a leaf blower, like any other appliance, can be overwhelming. We have collected 5 practical leaf blower reviews and set them … Read more
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5 Practical Portable Generator Reviews on Amazon
Which Generator is the Best one for You? Product Review Research has shown that during recessions folks are more inclined to increase food storage and other emergency materials, including portable generators. When I think about losing power I … Read more
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Why you should be a Compost Starter, in 3 Steps
Reduce Waste & Feed the Environment Be a Compost Starter Composting comes in many different forms and can be done with food waste as well as compostable packaging. The primary goal of composting is to cut down on … Read more
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Winterize Your Yard For an Impressive Spring In 5 Steps
Winter is Coming! How to Winterize Your Lawn Through These Simple Steps To keep enjoying your life in your yard during the summer months, winterize your yard to bring in an impressive spring. Your yard is comforting with … Read more
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1 Easy Way to Make Your Own Mulch
Consider Recycling Your Leaves, Grass Clippings into Compost & Mulch Make an Impact & Create Your Own Organic Mulch The global climate is changing faster than predicted, making incorporating sustainable living practices (like make your own mulch) all … Read more
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3 Painless Plumbing Hacks to Prep for Winter
Protect Your Property from Burst Pipe Damage Save Your Pipes, Toilets, & Water Heater Learning how to winterize plumbing can help you care for your property when it is not in use and save you from high repair … Read more
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9 Effortless Steps to Winterize a Building or Cabin
Plan Ahead for Spring, Winterize the Indoor & Outdoors of Your Summer Cabin Prepare Your Pipes & Building Structure for Winter End of summer duties require the need to winterize a building. During the warm months, a vacation … Read more
