Our favorite spot to spend time outside in the summer is our back patio. We love to sit there and read on sunny days while the kids play in the sandbox or the sprinkler. It’s large enough for Lucy to ...

Add soil and plants! We have a very small back yard, so I’m using each of these as a mini raised garden. I planted a variety of shrubs and flowers in shades of purple, pink and red to keep everything ...

Whether you live on acres of space in the country, or in the city with access to a balcony, planters are an easy way to bring flowers, herbs, and vegetables closer to your living space. With a few ...

Concrete pavers and pea gravel are a lovely pairing. Working in tandem, they can create beautiful, clean, and modern patios like this one. Combine this dynamic duo in a backyard that incorporates ...

Rake beds of last year's leaves and remaining debris. Use a spade to dig up and divide overgrown perennials. The "indoors" go outside. Outdoor seating arrangements are increasingly popular Seat walls ...

When the winter chill is in full force, those cozy outdoor nights around the fire start calling your name — if only your fire ...