There are 450 species of birds in the Great Lakes State. If you’re wondering how many of these you can commonly see in your backyard in Michigan, then this article is for you! Below, we’re sharing information and descriptions of common backyard birds of Michigan so you can better identify and attract them. For more…
Whether you do a lot of gardening and you have a large number of tools that you use, or your house is cluttered with things that you need to put elsewhere to free up some space, there are many ways you can make use of the area in your garden to store all these things,…
Gone are the days when outdoor entertaining was limited to the warmer months. Fire pits have almost become a necessity for every home today. They heat the cool nights and make for a great marshmallow roast off, not to mention how therapeutic it is to simply sit and watch the flames flicker. Just how hot…
When you go to a museum, do you ever notice the frames on the art pieces? Most of them are chosen carefully so that they complement the style of artwork. You’re likely to see grand paintings enclosed in sophisticated, gold-accented wood while the basic paintings are framed in old barn wood. A landscape is no…
When you’re thinking about appropriate landscape design, there are lots of factors that you need to consider. First, you should think about your priorities and the purposes you want your outdoor area to serve. You should also think about the difficulty of implementation, the climate, and the amount of effort and money you want to…
Are you looking to give your backyard pool a new look? Having a pool can be very refreshing (they keep you healthy, too), not to mention the addition to the real estate value of your house. Just having a pool isn’t enough, however. It needs to accentuate the features you want to highlight in your…
A gate can provide privacy, security, and dress up the look of your house or property. Here are 29 fence gate ideas that will inspire you to create a unique gate that will stand out from the rest. When building your own gate, pay extra attention to the supports, the posts, the gate hinges, and…
Anyone who has a pet knows that one thing they may have to deal with is unpleasant smells. Even if your dog has been going potty in the backyard for years with no odor, it can arise suddenly for a few different reasons. In this article, we’ll go over how to get rid of dog…
Though frogs are generally harmless, they can be a nuisance. Which is why you may be asking yourself how to get rid of frogs from your backyard. Unfortunately, they’re everywhere, so you’re definitely about to have your hands full with the task of removing them. Frogs, though they can be very helpful when you’re trying…
I decorated my front yard last year with a mix of halloween decorations outdoor that felt both spooky and welcoming. It was a small porch in my apartment complex, but I managed to bring in skeletons, lights, and DIY props that made neighbors stop by. I remember hiking up the steps at dusk, string…