Yard & Landscaping
8 guides
How to Edge a Lawn for a Clean, Crisp Border
Learn how to edge a lawn for sharp, professional-looking borders along walkways and garden beds using the right tools and technique.
July 3, 2026
Choosing and Installing Edging Between Lawn and Beds
A practical guide to lawn edging ideas: types of garden edging, metal vs plastic, and how to install landscape edging so beds stay tidy all season.
July 1, 2026
How to Plan a Backyard Layout
A practical walkthrough for designing a backyard from scratch. Learn how to map zones, work with your site conditions, and build a small backyard plan that a...
June 28, 2026
Low-Maintenance Backyard Ideas That Cut Down on Mowing
Practical ways to reduce lawn size and create an easy care backyard with less grass to mow, from ground covers to mulched beds and simple hardscaping.
June 25, 2026
Landscaping a Slope to Stop Erosion
Learn how to landscape a slope with practical erosion control on a hill: choosing plants, building terraces, and stopping soil washing away for good.
June 19, 2026
How to Build and Plant a Simple Garden Bed
Learn how to make a garden bed from scratch: mark the shape, remove grass, improve soil with compost, then plant and mulch for a clean result.
June 16, 2026
Ground Covers for Spots Where Grass Won't Grow
The best ground covers for shade, slopes, and high-traffic gaps where grass struggles, with practical plant picks and planting tips.
June 12, 2026
How to Mulch Garden Beds the Right Way
Learn how to mulch flower beds properly: the right depth, best mulch types, how much to buy, and mistakes to avoid for healthier plants.
June 7, 2026