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    Yeti Just Launched a Heavy-Duty Beverage Bucket

    Keep drinks chilly and look super sleek at the beach with the new Yeti Rambler beverage bucket.


    17 Yard Art Ideas to Elevate Your Outdoor Space

    A piece of art can transform an entire landscape or create an inviting scene. Browse yard art ideas from a...


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    How to Build a Simple Gardening Bench

    Build this lovely and functional garden bench in half a day. Here's how.


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    How To Grow Onions From Seeds

    Growing onions from seed is a great way to discover new varieties. It's so easy it will boost your seed-sowing...


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    How to Build a Chicken Coop

    This easy-to-build DIY project combines the coop and run in one design, making it perfect for urban and rural settings.


    8 Hot Tub Shelter Ideas to Consider This Summer

    Create a cozy outdoor haven that offers protection from the elements with these hot tub shelter ideas


    Yellow Leaf Hammock Review: A Shark Tank Success Story Unveiled

    Feel like you're (almost) on a tropical island vacation with Yellow Leaf Hammocks hanging in your backyard.


    How To Dispose of a Gas Grill Responsibly and Safely

    Time to retire your old gas grill? Discover how to dispose of a grill with our guide on...

    The Titus Grill Island. See Why Reviews of Titus Grills Are So Positive

    Create a gourmet outdoor kitchen with the easy-to-assemble Tytus Grill Island.


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    How and Why To Grow a Native Plant Garden

    Native plants are beneficial for wildlife and make your gardening life easier. Here's how easy it is to start a...


    It’s Clear Why This Boho-Inspired Patio Egg Chair Is a Bestseller at Walmart

    Whether you need to fill an empty spot indoors or outdoors, this cool patio egg chair is worth checking out.


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    Do Tree Watering Bags Really Work? Pros and Cons

     Here are the pros and cons of using watering bags for trees.


    Shoppers Rave About This Camping Chair with a Built-In Backpack and Cooler

    It's a chair, it's a cooler, it's a backpack—is there anything the Parkit chair can't do?


    If You Have a Sandbox, Try This Trick to Keep Pests Out

    Skip the store and look in your pantry! This simple (not to mention cheap) trick will help keep pests out...


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    9 Backyard Gazebo Ideas for the Summer

    These Instagram ideas show how upgraded furnishings and accessories, along with creativity, turn a basic gazebo into a covered outdoor...


    If You Need to Patch Lawn Gaps, Try This Toilet Paper Hack

    Who knew the key to a lush lawn was in your bathroom cupboard?


    If You See This Red Fuzzy Plant, This Is What It Is

    These fun and funky flowers will add a big dose of personality to your springtime garden.

    This Easy Hack Will Make Installing Walkway Solar Lights a Breeze

    Do you have a difficult patch of soil where you want garden lights? This easy hack will make installing solar...


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    What To Know About In-Ground Hot Tubs

    An in-ground hot tub is the ultimate in luxury, and it can increase your home's value. If that sounds interesting...


    I Tried the CobraHead Weeder and It Makes Gardening So Much Easier

    The CobraHead Weeder removes weeds with ease—and so much more!


    The AeroPress Coffee Maker Is Portable, Affordable and Worth the Hype

    The AeroPress coffee press is fast and easy—and doesn't require expensive pods. It brews your favorite coffee in just one...


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    How To Move a Hot Tub

    Considering moving a hot tub on your own? Here's a collection of tips and tricks to make it as easy...


    If You Love to Garden, You Need to Know This Hack for Keeping Your Hands Clean

    Because no one wants to carry their garden soil around with them.

    Superior Trading Co. Grill Caddy Review: Ideal for Your Next Backyard BBQ or Cookout!

    This steel grill caddy on Amazon holds everything you need, so you don’t have to run inside every...


    How to Build a Wood-Fired Hot Tub

    With this DIY hot tub, you can enjoy a relaxing soak right in your own backyard — without electricity.


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    Jacuzzis vs. Hot Tubs: What’s the Difference?

    Learn the history of the Jacuzzi, and the role of hydrotherapy jets in hot tub evolution.



    Go Green with this Organic Seed Starter Kit

    Are you dreaming of starting an organic garden, but don't know how to start? A Spade to Fork Organic Seed...


    Backyard Hot Tub Privacy and Patio Ideas to Create Your Private Retreat

    Relax and unwind without interruptions thanks to these hot tub privacy ideas.