Tips and Inspiration for Your Lawn and Garden

The holidays are wonderful—twinkling lights, inflatable snowmen, Christmas décor that makes the neighbors smile, and plenty of outdoor celebrating with family and pets.

The holiday season has a way of turning our backyards into part of the celebration. Think string lights, inflatable snowmen, fire pits, and kids running around while you’re setting up ornaments.

Decorating your yard for the holidays should feel like the start of a season filled with cheerful moments and family traditions. The lawn becomes more than just a stretch of grass—it turns into a festive backdrop for gatherings, Christmas photos, game stations, and outdoor displays.

The holidays are the perfect excuse to take the fun outdoors. Fresh air, open space, and natural light instantly make Christmas photos feel brighter and more joyful.

The holiday season transforms lawns into cheerful, glowing wonderlands—from spooky skeletons and pumpkins in October to twinkling lights and reindeer in December.

Picture this: the doorbell rings, and you’re greeted by a stream of tiny witches, superheroes, and princesses sprinting across your lawn, eager to claim their share of candy.

The sun's out, the grill’s going, and the kids are splashing in the water. The pool deck becomes command central—wet feet race back and forth, lounge chairs scrape across the grass, and towels drop trails of water along the way.

For renters, it can feel like there’s always a trade-off between wanting a beautiful, green yard and sticking to a lease. You dream of a lush lawn where you can lounge, grill, or let the dog roam—but when you’re renting, full-scale renovations rarely make the priority list.

In today’s backyard, space does double duty—sometimes, even more. It’s where we host weekend barbecues, grow container gardens, and let kids and pets run wild. For many families, one of the most beloved features is the trampoline, bringing hours of bouncing fun and fresh air.

The 4th of July is more than just fireworks and BBQs—it’s a full-on backyard event filled with games, gatherings, and good times. But all that movement—kids chasing each other, adults socializing, pets darting about—can leave your lawn looking sad and trampled.

Summer marks the peak of tick activity. As temperatures rise and humidity increases, ticks become especially active—right around the time families, kids, and pets spend more time outdoors.

When setting up an outdoor play space for kids, two popular options often come to mind: sand and grass. Both have their appeal, and if you’re fortunate enough to have room, having both can offer the best of both worlds.