Does your yard sport a naked well pipe sticking out of the soil like a long-lost snorkel? Well – we have good news. Your wellhead (aka a well pipe) can wear a cover. And we have many creative ideas to help you cover up your well pipe, which can protect and beautify it simultaneously! Some ideas to cover your well …
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Although they used to grow grapes without a trellis in the old days, I prefer my grapes on a dedicated grape vine trellis (also known as a grape arbor), especially when they’re getting started. However, I’ve recently run out of new ideas to make my backyard grape vine trellis designs fit in well with the …
Is your yard covered in deep snow? Then you may need a good lawn mower snow blower combo! Snow blower attachments for riding lawn mowers are incredibly handy for the winter season since they use a tool you might already have to create a powerful snow blower. The best lawn mower snow blower combo for …
Are you considering starting your own vegetable garden in your backyard? In my heart of hearts, I genuinely believe that anyone can learn how to start a vegetable garden from scratch. No matter where you are in the world or what your yard looks like, with a bit of effort, you can grow your own …
It can be challenging to decide how deep your raised garden beds should be, as many factors go into determining the best size. You should consider the plants you want to grow, how far you want to bend down to tend to your garden, and how much work you want to do when installing the …
If you want to liven up your garden with pretty flowers, look no further than Mansoa alliacea, better known as the Garlic Vine Plant or False Garlic. Garlic Vine is a tropical vine native to northern South America, from approximately Brazil to the southern edge of Mexico. Humans have transplanted Mansoa alliacea worldwide, from as …
Are you looking for the best portable hammock with a stand and a sleeping pad but not sure where to begin? With so many different free standing hammocks out there, finding what you’re looking for can be challenging, but that’s why we’re here to help. The best portable hammock with a stand should have plenty …
It’s hard to find a high pressure propane burner with a decent BTU output, which is why I’ve found the best 300000 BTU propane burner. Well, the burners with the highest output, anyway. They’re not all 300000 BTU, but they are all high BTU. When summer rolls around, there’s really nothing better than cooking outdoors, …
Bees can do wonders for our gardens and our planet, but you’ll need to know how to attract them if you want to see the benefits in your garden. If you want to invite these handly little pollinators to your property, you’ll need to decorate it with the flowers, plants, scents, and colors they like. …
Feeling a bit daunted by making something beautiful out of your sloped backyard? Don’t panic! We’ve got all the best ideas for landscaping a sloped garden on a budget! Some of the most beautiful and creative garden ideas I’ve come across have been on sloped land. Having extra height and different levels gives you much …
Backyard pavilions are magical spaces! You can enjoy balmy summer evenings with family and friends or crisp romantic date nights, sipping wine and watching the sunset. Many family weddings and reunions have taken place in a backyard pavilion, and they add a touch of elegance and homeliness to any setting. That’s why we’re going to …
There is nothing that can rain on your parade like a grotesque muddy patch in your backyard. Mud patches are an even bigger nightmare if you have kids or pets. And we haven’t even gotten started with mowing the lawn! If your muddy backyard has you stressed out, then no worries. Today’s your lucky day …
Aside from being a cuss, what is sod? Sod is grass that is completely ready to go for an instant lawn. It comes in rolls with roots and a thin layer of soil. You simply roll it out, water it in, and you have a beautiful lawn! Sod is the easiest way to establish a …
Unless you’re dead set on buying a riding lawn mower, you’ll likely have to choose between standard push mowers vs. self-propelled mowers. While these may sound like they’re the same thing, there are some little-known yet impactful differences between the two. True, both of these mowers are mowers that you stand behind and push forward …
Make the most of your backyard and spend quality time with your family while trying out some of these affordable games and activities for families. You and your family can try these activities for less than $50! You’ll also find fun activities for free using materials you already have around the house. DIY Lawn Games …