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Boxelder Bugs–How to Get Rid of (and Prevent!) Box Elder Bugs
Fall is in the air. Pumpkin patches are opening, apples are ripening, and…boxelder bugs are back? That’s right. Boxelder bugs, often...
Sep 11, 20224 min read


Winter Gardening In Florida
People across the country love gardening. But, depending on where you live, gardening looks different to different people. Vegetables...
Sep 5, 20224 min read


Winterizing an Above Ground Pool in The Winter
We’ve gone into detail on the blog previously about the potential perils of pools and winter weather. A lot of focus has been trained on...
Sep 3, 20226 min read


The Best Wood for Fires–Find The Perfect Firewood
There’s more to a perfect bonfire than you might already know. Of course, the fire pit you use matters, as well as the outdoor...
Aug 16, 20224 min read


How to Build a DIY Backyard Ice Skating Rink
Making the most out of the cold and snow can seem difficult. Winter activities like skiing and snowboarding can be pricey. Ice skating...
Aug 10, 20223 min read


What is the cost for tree trimming? Average Cost for Tree Trimming
We’ve talked earlier about how to properly execute a DIY tree trimming project. However, there are a lot of trees that simply require the...
Aug 9, 20225 min read


How To Prevent Your Garden Hose From Freezing This Winter
If you’re from a region where the weather gets cold, you already know the importance of preparing your yard for fall and winter. Before...
Aug 8, 20224 min read


Windowsill Herb Gardens: How To Grow Herbs Inside
If you’re anything like me, there’s hardly a dish that can’t be improved upon by some kind of fresh herb. Tacos, pasta, curries..it seems...
Aug 7, 20224 min read


How To Attract More Birds To Your Feeder
There's nothing more satisfying than enjoying your morning coffee and observing the variety of birds your bird feeders attract. However,...
Aug 7, 20228 min read


DIY Tree Removal: How to Cut Down a Tree Yourself
Before we jump into today’s post on how to DIY a tree removal, we want to give a quick disclaimer. There are a great deal of DIY outdoor...
Jul 28, 20224 min read


What to Do With Rotten Pumpkins After Halloween
The candy has been eaten. The costumes have been shoved to the back of the closet. Halloween is over and all eyes are on Thanksgiving or...
Jul 28, 20223 min read


Fall Garden Cleanup: 9 Tips To Get Your Yard Ready for Winter
You’ve spent all summer in the yard and garden. You’ve been diligent about watering, weeding, and picking up the kids toys. But the...
Jul 28, 20225 min read


How To Build An Easy, DIY Raised Garden Bed
The planting season is upon us and now is the time to get those vegetables and herbs into the ground. Many of us might be utilizing...
May 31, 20225 min read


How to Get Rid of Bugs In Pool Water
Your backyard swimming pool should be a place where you can relax, have fun with friends and family, and beat the summer heat. However,...
Apr 14, 20227 min read


How to Get Rid of June Bugs
Summer is everyone's favorite season, right? Soaking in the sun, trips to the beach..and the sound of June bugs hitting your window? If...
Apr 14, 20227 min read


When, Why, and How to Harden Off Seedlings
Spring is in the air! If you’ve got a green thumb and big garden plans that means you’ve probably been growing your seedlings for a...
Mar 24, 20225 min read


Building a Backyard Basketball Half Court
Ball is life! If your love for the game grows stronger all the time, why not bring the basketball court to your own backyard? For...
Mar 18, 20223 min read


What is Square Foot Gardening?
If you maintain a backyard garden each year, then you might be tired of putting in the same effort year to get less than satisfying...
Mar 18, 20225 min read


How to Build a Backyard Pump Track
Everyone deserves to get the most enjoyment out of their backyard space. From golf simulators to stock tank hot tubs, adding a unique...
Mar 17, 20227 min read


How to Choose Outdoor Cushions and Furniture Covers
If you’re looking to refresh your outdoor furniture, give your outdoor living space a new look, or protect your new outdoor cushions,...
Mar 13, 20225 min read
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