Often, an 'out of sight, out of mind' mentality applies when it comes to our side yards. They tend to be long and thin, and sometimes shady, which can make things feel daunting when it comes to design ...

As you’re making your gardening plans it’s easy to forget about side yards. They’re often narrow and utilitarian, but they also can offer a pleasant way to pass from front yard to back without having ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. a modern gravel backyard with cacti and a path Gravel hasn't always been a texture I've considered particularly modern for use in ...

Without a suitably sunny spot for a garden, Melanie Grimes looked to home's side yard for a good growing spot. This is the second story in a series about urban vegetable gardens. When Melanie Grimes ...

Elizabeth Burke and her husband, Ron Ferguson, moved three blocks from a single-story house in John's Landing neighborhood to a 1980 ranch in Southwest Portland almost three years ago. They have been ...

The front yard shapes the image of your home for visitors, passersby, potential buyers — and you. From hardscaping to plants, thoughtful changes to your landscape can create a view that you’ll love ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Perfect for any climate or environment, using rocks in your front yard's landscaping can help add structure to your garden. In ...

Mud that never seems to dry along one side of a house is rarely just a cosmetic nuisance. It signals water lingering against ...

An exceptional outdoor area is about more than gorgeous flowers and a perfectly green lawn. Although thoughtful landscaping is essential, a polished home exterior calls for more than plants alone.