Learn how to safeguard your yard as we head into the colder months, with professional advice on cleaning, covering and ...

Clean your patio by removing debris, sweeping, and washing away pollen. Clean outdoor furniture after removing it from storage, using gentle soap. Check for damage by looking for soft spots, cracks or ...

Your patio plants are susceptible to cold temperatures and damage from freeze-thaw cycles. Extra protection from the cold ...

Some people may call them spring and summer, but others know this time of year as patio season. This phrase refers to the months when restaurants and shops open their patios for outside dining, but it ...

Recently, I had the enormous pleasure to help my son achieve one of his goals. He bought a new home last year and quickly discovered how much he missed the stunning red-brick patio he grew up with at ...

You’ve heard of landscaping. How about hardscaping? Hardscapes are the man-made features that bring form and function to our landscapes, providing a contrast to living elements such as plants, trees ...

Paving stones are a great way to spruce up your home's outdoor areas. Here's how to use them. Laura Leavitt is a personal finance and wellness writer for CNET. Her work has been published at ...

A patio shade sail creates cooling shade and UV protection for your backyard. Proper planning and installation are key to a ...

Portland homeowners can transform soggy backyards into functional ecosystems while qualifying for city discounts on ...

If you are like me, you brought your plants out to the patio or deck for spring and summer. They benefit from the natural rain and can make quite a lovely outdoor display. If you read my article from ...