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    Husqvarna TS 242XD Review: This Riding Lawn Mower Offers Speed, Power and Fun

    We know Husqvarna makes some of the best lawn care equipment, but does that include riding mowers? Our Husqvarna TS...


    The Cub Cadet Riding Mower Makes Lawn Care Easy—Here’s Why

    The Cub Cadet Riding Mower offers long-lasting, quality performance at a budget-friendly price.


    How to Fertilize a Lawn

    From soil testing to cleaning up and protecting waterways, here are the steps for properly fertilizing a lawn — including...


    Solo Stove’s New Mesa Heat Deflector Increases Your Fire Pit’s Heating Radius

    Solo Stove’s all-new Mesa heat deflector keeps everyone warm around the outdoor table. Best of all? It takes...


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    5 Best Mulches for Vegetable Gardens

    Amp up your growing game this year with vegetable garden mulch recommended by experts.


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    How to Build an Inexpensive DIY Shed

    We designed this shed with money saving in mind. Even the dimensions are...


    How Much Does a Cinder Block Fence Cost? Cinder Block Fences 101

    Interested in upgrading your yard with a cinder block fence? We can explain the difference between cinder and concrete block...


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    Create a Dream Cottage Garden With These 12 Flowers

    A good cottage garden has a loose, informal look with something always in bloom, thanks to planning on the part...

    I Tried the Solo Stove Torch, and It Was Better Than I Expected

    The new Solo Stove Mesa Torch is the torchlight dreams are made of—and it’s perfect for summer evening...


    10 Tips for Starting a Vegetable Garden

    Growing your own vegetables is fun, rewarding and easier than you think. This year, let us help you get growing!


    Worx Lightweight String Trimmer: Testing the Best Battery-Operated Weed Eater

    If you need a lightweight cordless string trimmer that's easy to use, this 12-inch model from Worx is perfect for...


    We Tested the LoCo SmartTemp Griddle and Cooking Has Never Been So Easy

    Looking for a new outdoor gas griddle? This smart LoCo flat top grill is the gas griddle you didn’t know...


    We Tried the Ninja Woodfire 8-in-1 Outdoor Oven—Here’s What We Thought

    Enjoy the robust flavor of smoked meat and wood-fired cooking? Us, too! So you'll need the Ninja Woodfire...


    We Tried the Craftsman Electric Lawn Mower, a Riding Mower for Tight Spaces

    Ready to take the plunge and go battery-powered? We tested the Craftsman electric lawn mower–here’s what we thought.


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    13 Snow Blowing Tips That Make Snow Removal Quick and Easy

    These snow blowing tips will help you maintain and operate your snow blower for maximum efficiency and safety. Read these...


    REI Kingdom Cot Review: Why It Provides a Luxurious Sleep Situation, According to an Avid Camper

    The REI Kingdom Cot is the plushest, roomiest camp cot I've slept on. It's not a keeper for me, but...


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    Plant These 9 Native Trees To Help Wildlife

    Whether your yard is nestled in a city lot or stretches across a mountain, here are some native trees you...

    We Tried the North Face Base Camp Gear Box – Your Ideal Adventure Partner

    This versatile gear box is collapsible, stackable, water-resistant and durable—what more could you ask for?


    We Found the Best, Most Affordable Camping Stove—It’s Only $11

    Camping equipment doesn't have to be pricey, and this $11 camping stove proves it. Pick one up before hiking season...


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    7 Things To Consider Before Planting a Wildflower Meadow

    Wildflower meadows are a great option for pollinators and nature-loving gardeners. Here's what to know before turning your yard into...


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    15 Gorgeous Deck and Patio Ideas You Can DIY

    Stop dreaming about your perfect deck or patio and start planning. Take a look at some of our favorite projects,...


    You Can Turn an Old File Cabinet Into a Flower Planter—Here’s How

    Learn how to turn an old filing cabinet into a DIY flower planter with this viral hack—and give your patio...


    I Tried the Solo Stove Chair, and It’s Now My Favorite Seat Around the Fire Pit

    Our favorite fire pit brand now makes an Adirondack chair, and we tested it to see if the...

    7 Tiny House Kits to Make Your Minimalism Dreams Come True

    These houses might be tiny, but they're big on style (and functionality).


    Our Turf Expert Tested the John Deere Riding Lawn Tractor—Here’s Our Verdict

    I'm a turf professional, and I've sold a lot of heavy-duty commercial turf equipment over the years—so I know a...


    19 Things You Should Never Do To Your Lawn

    Whether you’re a green thumb or not, it’s easy to maintain a barefoot-worthy lawn with these tips.


    Grampa’s Weeder: The Best Stand Up Weed Puller for Effortless Weeding

    While gardening is a form of therapy for me, the weeds are discouraging and overwhelming. But after trying...


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    How To Fill Raised Gardening Beds for a Successful Harvest

    You've built your raised garden beds, but what's the best way to fill them? Follow these tips to create healthy...


    Growing Shasta Daisies: Everything You Need To Know

    There should be room in every sunny temperate garden for a few Shasta daisies. They're easy to grow and make...