Category: Clever Yard Ideas

Would you like to cut down on the areas you would normally have to mow grass? You could plant roses as a groundcover. This will produce an effect that is quite pleasing to the eye.  Did you even know that there’s such a thing as “groundcover roses”?  Several types...

When most of us think of backyard activities, children come to mind. While children may enjoy being outside, they are not the only individuals who enjoy participating in backyard activities. In fact, many adults also enjoy being outside in their yards. Whether you are retreating to your backyard alone...

At parks and beaches, there are fences, barriers, and trained lifeguards on duty to keep swimmers and their families safe. Unfortunately, many residential pools don’t have the same safety measures in place. Without proper poolside precautions, summer celebrations could quickly turn tragic. “Each year, more than 250 children under...

Just about everyone enjoys being outside. There is just something about being outdoors that creates excitement. While all individuals may enjoy relaxing or playing in their backyard, there are some who get the chance to be outside more than others. Those individuals include teenagers. Most teenagers love being outside;...

Each summer, millions of families head outdoors. Many times, they head to their own backyards. While being outdoors is nice, it can also be hot. In many areas of the United States, the temperature rises to beyond comfortable, especially during the summer. Hot weather does not mean that you...

Garden design allows you to be creative and allow your imagination to take over. But the design you select can be difficult because there are so many options out there. If you don’t know what style to go with, you can always ask the experts for their thoughts and...