Are you tired of mosquitoes ruining your day outdoors with their insistent buzzing and painful bites? I understand the struggle to keep these pesky insects at bay. I’ve got good news for you, though: dragonflies are voracious predators, particularly of mosquitoes. Therefore, you can keep the mosquito population in your yard low by attracting dragonflies. … Read more
Do not leave your kids staring at their gadgets all day when there are a plethora of activities they can enjoy outdoors. After all, studies show that outdoor time is excellent for your kids’ overall health, including better eyesight and lowering anxiety. So, utilize your lawn for your children’s enjoyment and better health. Best Lawn … Read more
When darkness comes, and you take a well-deserved sleep, a cute, clever, yet menacing small mammal with a knack for havoc comes out to play. Raccoons love rummaging through trash foraging for food, and while they don’t create tunnels, they dig shallow holes. Should raccoons invade your yard, getting rid of them can turn into … Read more
You will have a peaceful time working on sandy soils because they drain well and warm up quickly. However, they are acidic, have poor drainage, and are deficient in essential plant nutrients and thus leading us to ask, can you lay sod over sand? You can only lay sod over sand if you first improve … Read more
Money, time, and effort are essential ingredients for establishing a lush lawn that will be the envy of the whole neighborhood. Also, if you want the work you put into your lawn to count, you must avoid doing things that could hurt your lawn. Unfortunately, mistakes are bound to happen, mainly if you don’t know … Read more
Are groundhogs wreaking havoc in your garden or yard, causing sleepless nights? They may be adorable, but sharing your home with a family of these persistent critters can feel like hosting an underground invasion. Considering the damage groundhogs can cause to a garden or yard you worked so hard to create, you don’t want these … Read more
The solution to the weeds that have taken over your driveway, sidewalk, and patio could be right before you. Say goodbye to chemical-laden commercial weed killers and embrace the more eco-friendly solution made with white vinegar, dawn soap, and regular salt. This DIY weed killer is effective, safe, economical, and easy to make and use. … Read more
Besides dogs, cats are the other animals popularly kept in many homes as pets. However, having cats at home does not mean you would be okay with feral and stray cats invading your home. Although cats are generally harmless, having them in your yard can easily frustrate you. Uninvited cats can turn an otherwise beautiful … Read more
Have you ever stepped out into your yard after a heavy rain and found yourself ankle-deep in water? Or watched in horror as your beautiful landscaping was washed away by a sudden downpour? If you have, then you know the frustration and expense of dealing with yard drainage issues. Poor drainage not only ruins the … Read more
Aesthetically, a bumpy yard is not attractive, but that’s not all; it can also cause falls and trips. Furthermore, improper grading can cause home basement and foundation issues. Therefore, you may want to learn how to level a yard by hand for your property’s and your sake. Leveling your yard gives your outdoor landscape stability … Read more