Large lawn with lots of shade - Zhen Li/Getty Images Big patches of cool shade offer idyllic spots to relax on hot summer days, whether you're tossing a ball to your dog or swinging in a hammock. Your ...

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Frequent mowing keeps clippings small, which prevents lawn smothering and speeds up decomposition for easier reuse. Use clippings in compost or mulch to enrich soil without risking weed spread.

So, you're looking to refresh your backyard landscape on a budget. The goal? Turn it into the ultimate luxurious retreat. As you might have noticed, most luxe backyard designs feature some sort of ...

Lemon grass, Cymbopogon citratus, is a flavorful herb that can be an attractive addition to your garden. In the tropics, it grows as a perennial, but here we grow it as an annual. It is a member of ...