Now that the temperature is starting to warm up, it’s time to give your backyard a much-needed makeover! The longer days and sunny skies make it the ideal season to refresh your outdoor space, and ...

When you have the advantage of a backyard, garden, or even a small balcony, it warrants a cocktail garden. After all, edible plants are a great way to add a flourish to a summer cocktail, and when you ...

We have a play area, a chicken coop, a garden, a playset, and sometimes a water slide. Now, we don't have to spend money on day trips or larger family vacations. Since moving to our house a few years ...

Interior design guru MaCenna Lee hosts a backyard mystery challenge with fun, DIY game ideas.

Your yard could benefit from a few upgrades, but that doesn’t mean you have to hire out an entire landscaping crew. It's entirely possible to DIY the smaller ...

Summer is here, and you want to make the most of your backyard. There’s nothing worse than planning a cookout or relaxing outside, only to be chased indoors by swarms of bugs. A few smart tweaks can ...

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I learned this lesson the hard way after Ellison and the Nature in My Backyard team visited my struggling native garden late last summer. After offering their sympathy for my ongoing struggle with ...