You aren't imagining things, those dog days of summer are getting hotter. Longer, hotter heat waves are becoming the norm, and keeping cool in your backyard is becoming more challenging. Higher temps ...

A great way to help yourself (and wildlife!) cool down this summer is to build a shade garden. These gardens take on many shapes and sizes, from pre-built structures like pergolas to an abundance of ...

Are you tired of that same old lampshade casting a blah light on your favorite reading nook? Or do you have a lamp base with great potential, but the shade just isn’t cutting it? Well, today Ashley ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. When ...

Your backyard probably needs some cover, whether it's respite from a scorching hot summer day, or a place where you can still hang out and enjoy the outdoors during a rainfall. But creating the best ...