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Backyard Ponds | Natural Mosquito Repellents And Control Strategies | Outdoor Living | Water Features
How to Introduce Gambusia affinis (Mosquitofish) into Your Backyard Pond
ByConnie Brittenburg March 24, 2023May 28, 2025 Updated onMay 28, 2025 Backyard Ponds, Natural Mosquito Repellents And Control Strategies, Outdoor Living, Water Features
Mosquitoes can be a real nuisance, especially in the summertime when they are most active. Not only do they bite and cause itchy welts, but some species of mosquitoes also spread diseases like West Nile virus, Chikungunya, Zika, Malaria, and Dengue virus. Fortunately, an effective way to reduce mosquito populations without harsh chemicals or pesticides…
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Privacy Screens | Backyard Privacy Ideas | Garden Design | Garden Tools | Outdoor Living
Best Faux Plant Privacy Screens For Fast Privacy
ByConnie Brittenburg January 8, 2023May 25, 2025 Updated onMay 25, 2025 Privacy Screens, Backyard Privacy Ideas, Garden Design, Garden Tools, Outdoor Living
You’ve just moved into a new home or apartment and are eager to get your garden started as soon as possible. But there’s one problem: you don’t have any privacy! Your neighbor’s place is right next door, and you can’t find any fast-growing plants that will give you the privacy you need. Luckily, there’s a…
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Privacy Screens | Backyard Privacy Ideas | Grow | Landscaping | Ornamental Plants | Outdoor Living | SemiTropical
How To Plant A Bamboo Privacy Screen
ByConnie Brittenburg August 29, 2022April 26, 2026 Updated onApril 26, 2026 Privacy Screens, Backyard Privacy Ideas, Grow, Landscaping, Ornamental Plants, Outdoor Living, SemiTropical
In this article, we will discuss the best types of bamboo best for privacy screens, how to plant bamboo, the proper way to water bamboo plants, and how to fertilize and protect your bamboo garden. We will also provide some tips for harvesting and preserving bamboo.
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Garden Design | Container Gardening | Garden Maintenance | Outdoor Living
How to Design a Small Container Garden
ByConnie Brittenburg August 7, 2022March 15, 2025 Updated onMarch 15, 2025 Garden Design, Container Gardening, Garden Maintenance, Outdoor Living
Most people think that in order to have a garden, they need a lot of space. But that’s not always the case. You can create a beautiful garden using containers of all shapes and sizes. In this guide, I’ll show you how to do just that. I’ll also provide tips on choosing the right plants…
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Landscaping | Backyard Ponds | Outdoor Living | Water Features
10 Backyard Pond Building Mistakes
ByConnie Brittenburg July 25, 2022February 23, 2025 Updated onFebruary 23, 2025 Landscaping, Backyard Ponds, Outdoor Living, Water Features
When it comes to backyard ponds, there are a lot of mistakes people can make. But by far the biggest mistake is not planning properly. Without a plan, you’re likely to make all sorts of mistakes that will ultimately lead to a poorly constructed pond. This article will outline 10 common mistakes people make when…
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Landscaping | Backyard Ponds | Outdoor Living | Water Features
How to Build a Backyard Pond in 8 Easy Steps
ByMark Brittenburg July 7, 2022December 3, 2025 Updated onDecember 3, 2025 Landscaping, Backyard Ponds, Outdoor Living, Water Features
A backyard pond can provide both a beautiful focal point and a welcome haven for local wildlife. In this article, we’ll show you how to build a backyard pond in 8 easy steps. 1. Choose a location for your backyard pond Before you start digging, there are a few things to consider in order to…
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Landscaping | Garden Art | Garden Design | Garden Tools | Outdoor Living
10 Ways To Add A Little Garden Whimsy
ByConnie Brittenburg July 1, 2022January 25, 2025 Updated onJanuary 25, 2025 Landscaping, Garden Art, Garden Design, Garden Tools, Outdoor Living
Adding a touch of garden whimsy and art can make it more enjoyable and even help attract beneficial insects and wildlife. Here are 10 ways to add some extra flair to your outdoor space. Hang wind chimes or bells to create a cheerful sound A whimsical garden is not complete without the sound of tinkling…
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