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...

Planting flowers in a very warm and sunny area is an excellent idea because it will make your flowers grow quicker. But you may find it difficult to do this, especially with roses.  So if you do it yourself, you need to be able to follow the proper instructions...

Blue flowers are some of the most striking plants around and can add a rich splash of color to any garden. Plant them in a cluster of all blue or mix them in with other flowers for a rainbow of color. When planting flowers, it is important to remember...

Placing a container garden on a patio or on top of a flat-roofed house is called container planting. For the homeowner, it can be somewhat of a problem, but if you’ve done your homework, you can have a successful container planting. You have to take a few considerations into...

The very first thing you should do before planting is to prepare the area. Begin by laying down the boards that will be used to support the soil so you can get a better grip on the soil itself. You can also use some gravel or even plywood to...