Create a backyard oasis where you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the outdoors with these articles focused on making the most out of your patio, yard, & garden!
From the beauty of flowering crabapple trees to the timeless decor of outdoor wall clocks to summer BBQ recipes, this collection of articles helps you make the most of our your outdoor living space.
Whether you are a novice gardener or an expert landscaper, there are some tips, decor ideas, and fabulous inspiration to help you create your own perfectly private space for yourself or to entertain guests.
And please feel free to reach out to us if you have a particular Patio, Yard, or Garden subject that you would like to see covered.
Native landscaping takes inspiration from the plants that are all around you and helps you create a garden that is natural, low maintenance, and hardy. Landscaping should be a thoughtful process––one that doesn’t just focus on aesthetics, but also in choosing the right plants for the environment in ways that they will also be able …
How to create Dragon Pool Spitters by tapping into your lawn irrigation system. Why settle for a standard hose when you can have Dragons?!?! I touched on this project in my review of Cool DIY Backyard Projects, and I got so many questions about it that I decided to do a full write up on …
If those flying needles are sucking the fun out of your back yard or patio, try planting these 10 beautiful plants that naturally repel mosquitoes. I hate mosquitoes. I hate them a lot. It’s not just the idea of hundreds of tiny flying needles. It’s not just the incessant buzzing that lets you know they …
Looking for DIY Backyard Ideas? Art & Home has curated a collection of 45 of the very best DIY projects for your backyard, patio, or garden. Puttering in the garden is one of my favorite things to do when the weather allows. I love planting things and watching them grow and mature into beautiful plants …
Dragonflies can eat hundreds of mosquitoes every day to help keep your backyard mosquito free. Here are 5 easy-to-grow plants that attract dragonflies to your garden. There’s a joke around my neighborhood… we have two seasons – Winter and Mosquito. In order to enjoy the outdoors without constantly swatting at the little buzzers or lathering …
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I like the idea of composting. It’s environmentally friendly, it provides added nutrients for my soil, and it helps keep garbage out of the landfills. But, let’s face it, most Outdoor Composters are ugly. You’ve probably seen them, those plain black outdoor compost bins that are supposed to be placed in the yard to create …
I love all things coffee. Not in a coffee snob kind of way, but in a “I can’t start my day without a cup (or two) of coffee.” But when that coffee is done there are 14 different ways you can use your coffee grounds for your garden to give them a second life. Not …
Beyond the aesthetic appeal of which design to choose (and there are many designs to choose from), there are practical aspects of selecting the right address plaque that should be considered carefully. Address Plaque Size: The first practical decision is to determine how large a plaque you need. Smaller is usually less expensive, but you …
As Winter Approaches, It’s Nice to Know You Can Bring the Sun Indoors With These Wonderfully Inspired Sun Metal Wall Art Pieces. The Sun is a wonderful influence on our lives. It brightens our days – literally – and has always been symbolic for happiness. As the seasons progress and the days get shorter, now …
You Are My Sunshine – 10 of the Best Sun Metal Wall Art Pieces Read More »
As summer comes to a close, the proficient gardener knows that it’s time to start thinking about their autumnal garden space. When planning your fall garden decor, it’s important to keep 4 things in mind – color, structure, change, and preparation. As we say goodbye to the hot days of summer and hello to the …
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