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What Is a Microclimate? How It Affects Your Yard
For gardeners, there’s always more to learn. Just when you think you’ve learned all the vocabulary you can handle, you […]
5 Benefits of Rain Barrels (And 1 Drawback)
Key Takeaways • Lower municipal water costs substantially: The EPA estimates a rain barrel saves homeowners up to 1,300 gallons […]
What Is a Rain Barrel?
A rain barrel is a large container that catches and collects the stormwater flowing from your gutter downspout. Once the […]
How to Landscape Around an Above-Ground Pool
Above-ground pools are a popular outdoor recreational space for families. But these sparkling blue backyard features can feel disconnected from […]
What is Scalping a Lawn and When Should You Do It?
Key Takeaways • Scalping speeds green-up in warm-season grass: Scalping dormant Zoysia or Bermuda encourages a stronger, faster spring green-up.• […]
Tips for Planting Perennials for Year-Round Color
Nothing can give you “lawn confidence” quite like perennials. They’ll give you years of healthy greenery with minimal maintenance, but […]
Annual vs. Perennial Plants
There is no final winner when choosing between annual vs. perennial plants. Annual plants give you a gorgeous summer show […]
Benefits of Drip Irrigation
Drip irrigation seems straightforward: Water, drop by drop, to deliver water efficiently to the plant. But are the benefits of […]
15 Best Drought-Tolerant Shrubs for Your Landscape
Discover the best drought-tolerant shrubs, from Adam’s needle to pomegranate, for borders, privacy screens, and low-water gardens.