11 Ways to Get More From Your Summer Porch

Embracing easy summer living can be as simple as spending time each day on your front porch. There...

25 June, 2014

7 Questions to Help You Pick the Right Front-Yard Fence

Get over the hurdle of choosing a fence design by considering your needs, your home’s architecture and...

24 June, 2014

10 Hot Summer Gadgets for Food and Fun

Summer is all about the gadgets.  With the Polar Vortex now a distant memory (well, almost), we’re...

23 June, 2014

20 Perennials to Flaunt

20 favorite perennials for flaunting your curb appeal by Kathleen N. Brenzel of Sunset. See more:http://realestate.msn.com/20-favorite-perennials-for-flaunting-your-curb-appeal   ...

20 June, 2014

Recipe Thursday! Arugula with Berries and Feta

Sweet and mild on the tongue, blueberries have a potent, dusky-spicy perfume that's a perfect match for this...

19 June, 2014

Great Fire Pit Ideas for Summer

Here are ten great fire pits for summer: http://living.msn.com/home-decor/10-great-fire-pits-for-summer-s%e2%80%99mores#1   The above picture features an Ecosmart insert.  This is a...

18 June, 2014

Grow a Lush Privacy Screen

No need to wait forever for patio privacy the green way. These 10 ideas from Christine Tusher, a...

17 June, 2014

The Secret Formula for Grouping Plants in a Pot

Designing a gorgeous container garden is easy once you know this simple rule of thumb for composition. Here...

16 June, 2014

8 Rot-Resistant Woods for Your Outdoor Projects

No need for chemical treatments on your deck or pergola. These woods stand up to weather, insects and...

13 June, 2014

New Potato Salad with Parsley and Mint Pesto

It's Schmechtig's Recipe Thursday. Here's a new twist on the classic.  Adding early-sesaon herbs in a pesto dressing...

12 June, 2014