Outdoors At Home A blog about home living, especially outdoors.

Modern rail fencing comes in a variety of materials and is used for many purposes. It is one of the oldest forms of manmade containment and has the character of the Wild West in its posts. Many a Hollywood production has taken advantage of the nostalgia that is stirred by using images of long split rail fencing containing tired herds of cattle. The only real question is: is a… Continue reading

Gardens can be a fantastic way to make any yard look great! Some people purchase accessories to make their gardens even better, such as trellises, fences, walkways, and other accessories. While these can vary in cost, one of the cheapest ways to make your garden look fantastic is with garden edging! Edging is a type of bordering material to separate the soil in your garden from the grass on your… Continue reading

A solar fountain is a beautiful and energy efficient type of fountain, and is a unique addition to any yard or garden. It works the same way as any other fountain, except that it is powered by the rays of the sun. The fountains will only work during the day when the sunlight hits them unless there is a battery powered backup available with it. The water flow depends on… Continue reading

One of the most important features of your lawn and garden is the plants. Plants are like natural decorations that you can use to beautify your garden and lawn. You can create an interesting landscape design that will be perfect for your outdoor space.

A great-looking lawn and garden has a lot of benefits. For one, it makes your property look more attractive not just for you… Continue reading

Instant pop up gazebos are versatile garden items and are suitable for use at a wide range of outdoor events. One of the reasons they are so popular is their ease of assembly. In most cases these structures can be erected by one person working alone, although it will be easier with some help from a friend. These gazebos come in almost any price range but even the more expensive… Continue reading

Yard art adds a beautiful decorative touch to any outdoor area of your home. Exhibiting yard art is an opportunity to express your own unique style and personality. Due to its popularity, there is a wide variety of yard art suited to any personal preference or desired ambiance.

Yard art is any aesthetic object or collection of objects displayed on a lawn, garden porch, or deck for ornamental purposes… Continue reading

1.  Mow the grass to the right height. Instead of mowing the lawn really short, keep the grass around two or three inches long. Short grass means short roots, and if the roots are not established deeply, the lawn will dry out more quickly and burn easier than grass with a deeper root system. Short grass appears more yellow than green grass because it is.

2.  Mow frequently. One… Continue reading

To get the best results from your artificial grass lawn you should regularly groom it so that it is free of organic materials such as leaves and dirt. Installing artificial grass brings all sorts of benefits to the yard but it also carries some responsibilities and, as with many other surfaces, if you carry out the proper maintenance you won’t have any problems.

Things that could cause problems with… Continue reading