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A Change of Season: Guidelines for Fall Lawn Care
Fall brings change: a change in the weather, a change of wardrobe, even a change of time as we set the clocks back and the days grow shorter. And as the leaves change color, you change your yard activities from mowing and planting to leaf collection and cleanup.
A Simple Way to Increase Outdoor Living Space
For those homeowners looking to add to their living space, improve their lifestyle and increase the resale value of their home, the perfect solution is to extend your living area outdoors through the addition of decks, patios, outdoor kitchens and entertainment areas.
Cutting with Caution
Everyone seems to spend more time out in the yard these days -- dining on the patio, gardening, playing with the kids; but keeping your yard at its best also means more time spent cutting the grass.
Fall Backyard Cleanup 101
How many times have you cleaned up after people coming into your house, tracking in mud, dirt and snow, and thought "there has to be a better way." Doormats help, but they don't stop the majority of the dirt, and they have to be cleaned frequently during messy fall and winter months.
Healthy Eating: Cut Out the Fat with Outdoor Grilling
There's good news for healthy eaters: Grilling lean cuts of meat and pork, veggies, fruit and even low-fat desserts has never been easier, tastier and healthier for you and your family.
Invest in Daffodils -- Delightful, Durable and Deer-Resistant
Fall planting time is upon us. If you are planning ahead for early spring color in your garden, -- now's the time to think daffodils.
Know Before You Go
These days, it seems we're always on the move. Whether we're driving kids to soccer practice, heading off on a business trip or planning a vacation to visit family and friends, we need the latest information to prepare accordingly.
Mother Nature's Instant Party Plants
You want color and texture fast and there's no time for potting or planting. Solution: fill your yard, patio and deck with the spectacular blooms of a variety of robust, durable, easy to maintain annuals for an instant garden that looks like it's been there all along.
Now Your Hands Can be as Smooth as a Horse's Hoof
OK, you may be asking yourself, is that a good thing? Actually, it is. Horses hooves are extremely strong, but can easily become brittle. And if a horse's hoof starts to crack and split, it's a serious problem. The same is true of your hands and nails.
Spring Starts in the Fall
Leaves are dropping. Cool weather is in the forecast. And you are worrying about spring . . . Now?
The Family that Plays Together Stays Together
When you think back to your childhood, what kinds of memories do you conjure up? The day your father chased after the ice cream truck so you could get that special treat you wanted so badly?
The New American Garden -- Innovations for Small Spaces Produce More Vegetables, Flowers and Herbs in Containers
The size of the average American yard continues to shrink -- it now stands at only 9,100 square feet -- including the house. At the same time, more and more people are valuing fresh, organically grown produce and wanting to grow their own.
Using Water to Create a Backyard Oasis
It has become increasingly important to create a tranquil environment within the home, or in your backyard, to combat the effects of everyday tension on your mind, body and soul. Here's how to do it.
Watch Out for Foraging Fire Ants This Fall
Fall is a time of year people love to spend outdoors. The cooler temperatures make back-to-school activities, sports, and working in the yard more enjoyable. Unfortunately, fire ants also enjoy the cooler weather, creating a potential health threat for millions of southern homeowners.
