Whether it’s a simple birdbath, a trickling fountain, or a lush pond with water lilies and lotus—water features can bring charm and a sense of serenity to any backyard. They soothe us with peaceful trickling and attract birds, frogs, and pollinators into our...
Perennials are the backbone of any garden. Every spring, we anticipate their beautiful scents and colors. Over time, they come to define our landscape and become friends that we get to know better each year. There are countless zone 5 varieties to choose from, but...
Fixing up the landscape is often Dad’s favorite hobby—but with all the work he does for the family, he deserves a break. One day per year is hardly enough to show our appreciation for the fathers in our life, but we can still seize the chance to freshen up the...
The outdoor room—it sounds like an oxymoron. By going outside, aren’t you, by definition, leaving your rooms? How is it possible to go outside, and yet still be in a room? These are valid questions, and the topic can be confusing. But therein lies the beauty of...
As kids, many of us made lots of great memories thanks to the towering trees around us. We remember the tire swing in the backyard of our childhood home, the trees we’d climb while camping at the lake, or the family picnics in the shade of a giant oak. As we grow...
