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    Build a Backyard Waterfall in One Weekend

    Transform your backyard with a small pond.


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    12 Stamped Concrete Patio Ideas We Love

    Here are 12 of our favorite stamped concrete patio designs to inspire you.


    12 Household Items You Can Upcycle Into Garden Seed Starters

    Get a head start on this year's gardening by starting seeds indoors. Check out the 12 common household items can...


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    12 DIY Planter Boxes You Can Make in a Day

    If you're short on space or don't want to dig up your yard to put in plants, planter boxes are...


    50 Easter Egg Traditions You’ve Never Heard Of

    Easter traditions have shifted through centuries and vary greatly from country to country. Here are some Easter egg traditions you've...


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    How To Build a Floating Deck

    Create a comfortable retreat anywhere in your yard with a ground-level deck.


    8 Patio Door Curtain Ideas

    The choices seem limitless when it comes to window treatments for your patio door. From blackouts to sheers, here are...


    10 Best Self-Propelled Lawn Mowers of 2024

    Considering a self-propelled lawn mower? We'll cover what features to look for and list outstanding options in 10 categories.

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    10 Best Herb Garden Planters and Kits of 2024

    Stop overbuying fresh herbs only to watch them spoil in the fridge. Instead, get an indoor herb garden and grow...


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    18 Lawn Mysteries Explained (And How to Fix Them)

    Get rid of your lawn eyesores with these tips.


    31 Tips for Achieving a Lush Lawn This Season

    Grow greener grass and be the envy of the neighborhood! Here are 31 tips to help you achieve a lush...


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    Paver Patios That Will Save You Time and Effort

    A simple system for installing flat and level pavers


    8 Succulents That Make Pretty, Easy-Care Ground Covers

    These low-growing succulents create interest in the drought-tolerant garden.


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    31 Yard Tool Hacks That’ll Make Your Life Easier

    Save your back! These simple and smart updates to everyday yard tools will make your outdoor chores a heck of...


    Peaceful Wind Chimes That Won’t Drive Your Neighbors Crazy

    The breeze will flutter through these wind chimes without disturbing your neighbors.


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    10 Cheap Flowers to Plant That Will Make Your Garden Pop

    You get a lot of bang for the buck with these showy plants. A small investment can pay big rewards...


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    Colorful Shade Plants to Brighten Up Your Garden

    No matter what the situation, nature provides. Take shade, for instance. These 10 shade garden plants take varying amounts of...

    The Best Privacy Plants for Your Backyard

    A little bit of privacy makes any backyard more enjoyable. Here are some plants to help make that happen, from...


    10 Indoor Plants You (Probably) Can’t Kill

    Can't keep house plants alive for long? Even the anti-green thumb can handle one of these 10 easy-to-grow indoor...


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    How To Build a Stone and Brick Patio for Your Backyard

    We'll tell you how to build a beautiful, durable patio from stone and brick.


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    Top 10 Garden Hose Options on Amazon

    Make summer watering easier, faster and less stressful with the right garden hose.


    10 Awesome Garden Arbor and Trellis Projects

    Build these awesome garden structures to spice up your yard!


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    Grilla Grills Silverbac Review

    If you need a new grill, consider Grilla Grills' Silverbac. It's a dual-purpose grill and smoker.

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    John Deere Easy Change Oil Filter Stops Messy Oil Changes

    You can change your lawn tractor oil in 30 seconds with John Deere's Easy Change Oil Filter.


    11 Zen Water Feature Ideas for Indoors

    From tabletop water features to full-on indoor ponds, there are plenty of ways to add some Zen to your home.


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    Bring on the Friendly Competition with Amazon’s 8 Best Backyard Games

    It's time to take family game night outdoors! The best backyard games are sure to be a hit with all...


    Late Summer Container Plants

    Your best bet for late-season container color? Annuals! And many summer plants will reward you with garden color all summer...


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    6 Common Lawn Problems and Solutions

    Real world situations and expert advice and solutions.


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    Hummingbirds Love This Type of Birdbath

    Attract more hummingbirds to your backyard space with moving water.