Caring for Your Yard

Olla pots simplify plant watering and reduce water waste. Here's how to make a DIY olla pot and 10 tips for using it for efficient watering. ...

Use this guide of what to plant in fall to make sure you have a gorgeous yard when spring rolls around. ...

Making a DIY compost bin will benefit your garden and help out the environment. Follow our super-easy directions. ...

Rubber mulch is widely touted as a game changer in landscaping, but does it live up to the hype? Find out the pros and cons of using rubber mulch. ...

A turfgrass for warm climates, Bermudagrass forms a dense lawn that stands up to traffic and heat. Here's how to care for a Bermudagrass lawn. ...

Bee lawns are gaining popularity as a grass alternative that is lower-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and pollinator-friendly. Find out how to plant and care for a bee lawn of your own. ...

Composting is a simple way to turn your kitchen and yard waste into food for your garden. But some of these items should never be in compost. ...

Dandelions will quickly take over a lawn that needs help. Learn how to discourage them from taking root with these lawn care tips. ...

Turn sand, clay, or barren ground into rich, organic garden soil that will sustain plants for years with the right ingredients and these expert tips. ...

Yard cleanup can cause more harm than good when done too early in spring. These tips will help you get your spring garden cleanup done at the best time to help out pollinators and other beneficial insects. ...

Slow-growing zoysiagrass is a lawn grass for warm climates. Count on it to grow well in part shade or full sun and stand up to foot traffic. ...

Here's how to get the best results when overseeding warm-season turf grass with annual ryegrass seed. ...

Sod is best planted in the spring and early autumn when the temperatures are cooler. Follow these steps for a how to plant sod. ...

Learn the differences between tillers and cultivators and the tasks they're best suited for. ...

Take the mystery out of feeding your plants by learning the pros and cons of liquid vs. granular fertilizer. Find out how and when to best apply both types of fertilizers. ...

These simple methods and must-know tips for watering raised garden beds will help you grow healthier plants and save water. ...

Make these critical corrections to your lawn care and maintenance schedule for a lush carpet of green in no time. ...

Don't let clay soil keep you from having a beautiful garden. There are many easy (and organic!) ways to amend heavy soil. ...

Not sure if a garden plant is dead or dormant after the winter? These tips well help you tell the difference. ...

Some plants should be pruned in fall, while others do best with an early spring pruning. Skip spring pruning on these 10 plants or you might ruin their floral show for the year. ...