Backyard

Ways to keep outdoor curtains from blowing in the wind: Run the utility link chain through the bottom hem. Use fish sinkers, washers, and river stones as …

Track-drive and wheeled snow blowers differ in speed, traction, and maneuverability. Track-drive machines have much better traction, whereas wheeled machines are faster and easier to …

Starting a snowblower after summer is difficult when you have stale fuel in the system. To start a snowblower after sitting, you first need to …

The best outdoor rugs are typically made from polypropylene or polyester. Both synthetic rug materials are strong and durable. They can handle high foot traffic …

Electric snow blowers are smaller, lighter, and quieter than gas-powered snow blowers. But although they’re easier to move, transport, and store, they’re simply not as …

All-purpose 10-10-10 fertilizer contains 10% nitrogen, 10% phosphorus, and 10% potassium in that order. It’s a synthetic fertilizer that works especially well on perennials and …

You can use a gas leaf blower for clearing fresh snow off your driveway, sidewalk, porch, steps, car, trash cans, and more. Point the leaf …

Here are 5 simple ways to shred leaves without a shredder: Run the leaves over with the lawnmower. Put leaves in a garbage bin and shred them …

To remove small rocks from yard: Loosen the soil with your rototiller. If you find any large rocks, place them in a wheelbarrow. When you’ve …

Mulch itself doesn’t attract bugs like termites if they aren’t already present, but it can create the perfect environment for bugs and pests to reproduce. …

I wanted to put together a list of wood fence ideas because there’s something about the beauty of wood fencing that is both natural and …

Late winter or early spring is the best time to mulch. Mulching too early slows down the thawing of soil after winter. You might add …