Quickly Turning Your Backyard into a Summer Oasis

With summertime finally in full swing, the great outdoors comes calling. It’s time to throw on swimsuits, break out the summer cocktails, and turn up your favorite summertime jams. What better way to spend time outdoors than in your own backyard, relaxing by the pool, grilling and watching your kids enjoy soaking up the sun? What’s more epic than feeling like you’re vacation while you’re at home? Having a backyard is like having the most beautiful canvas to create your summertime dreams. Just about anyone can have a fun summer without having to go on an expensive holiday.

That’s only possible, however, if your backyard looks good, and let’s face it very often, it just becomes a disorganized area where all sorts of clutter and junk are kept. Not everyone starts out with that perfect summer backyard, sometimes you need to do a little work. Luckily, you don’t have to do a total overhaul to create an outdoor oasis. Nowadays, with a few tweaks and changes, you can make your backyard the place everyone wants to hang out over te summer. Here are a few ideas!

Clean Up

The very first thing that’s needed to transform your backyard is a bit of decluttering and cleaning up. When the backyard gets ignored and neglected, it becomes a dumping ground for odds and ends and other things that ruin the aesthetic of the space. You can’t create a dreamy summertime oasis when there are boxes and old tools everywhere, so it’s time to completely clean the slate so you can create something truly amazing. Take a few hours over a weekend to sort through this stuff, and categorize accordingly. If it needs to be thrown away, you can hire a junk removal company to make it easier. You can also sell stuff you don’t need anymore, and if you want to keep it, then invest in better storage.

Fixing the Pool

When you have a swimming pool, it is the true focal point of your backyard so it really has to look good and stand out for the right reasons. If your pool is in very bad shape, one of the things you’ll have to do is resurface it, a task which will definitely need professional help. According to G&B Tile and Plaster, that does a lot of swimming pool remodeling in Dallas, “you don’t have to do as big a job as resurfacing the whole pool, even just changing the decorative tile that runs around the border can have a dramatic effect. Some light resurfacing on the steps, with a new tile run, costs a lot less than you would think.”

Now that you’ve gotten the major stuff sorted out in your home, it’s time to add accents to make it look pretty! One thing you can do pretty inexpensively is investing in interlocking floor deck tiles that you can lay in the seating area. It will give you the look of an expensive deck without spending thousands.

Furnishings

Photo by Krista + Home – More patio photos

The next step is outdoor furniture and decor. These days outdoor furniture is extremely stylish and can really make a backyard look like an extension of the inside of your home. You can get a coffee table, couches and an eye-catching outdoor rug to really make the space special. Add to that fairy lights above the seating area and your backyard oasis will be complete! Now you can start coming up with ideas for all the backyard parties you’ll have!

Photo by Herscoe Hajjar Architects, LLC – More patio ideas

Fixing up your backyard to make it look really beautiful is one of the most fun projects you can take on in your home. It gives you an extra space to enjoy looking forward to coming home to. It doesn’t even have to be a huge undertaking either. There are so many cost-effective ways to change how the outdoor space looks, and you can even add a fun play area where your kids can spend time in the summer. If you like DIY Projects you could try making some colorful Terracotta Painted Pots If you enjoy the summer and you enjoy playing by the pool, and having friends over to bond and spend time with, then fixing up your backyard will up your hosting and social game!
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April 23, 2021May 17, 2021

Growing Plants in Containers with Kids

Growing Plants With Kids
Can Be A Rewarding Experience

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Ok so I was thinking after my article about container gardening that I would mention its not limited to moms and dads for bigger gardens, but get the kids can get involved. Growing-Vegetables-in-Containers So you want to grow a garden with your kids, but you don’t have a yard to do it in. That means you will need to grow things in containers, not a bad idea, makes it even easier to take care of, there will be “NO WEEDS”. But what grows well in containers that’s simple and something kids will enjoy?

Simply put, pretty much any vegetable or herb will grow well in a container as long as there’s enough room. But let’s narrow this down to kid friendly. Here are the ten best plants that you can grow in containers with your children. Here are some great ideas to get your started.
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* Tomatoes – This is probably the most popular choice for growing in containers. Tomatoes are easy to grow; they can even be done from a hanging container and grow upside down. Using good soil and the right amount of water is what’s needed to make tomatoes grow well in containers.

* Potatoes – You can grow a large amount of potatoes in containers like compost bags or a large tub or buckets. If you would like to see more on how you can use a bucket to plant potato’s, I found an example over at Instructables Growing Potatoes In Buckets

* Cucumbers – These are easy to grow in containers, but they need the right conditions. They grow best in warm temperatures so don’t plant until early summer for best results.

* Carrots – These are so simple to grow and do really well in containers. So they’re a really great starter vegetable to grow with children.

* Blueberries – These grow well in containers, but only with the right conditions. They ripen best in heat so they’re best saved for the summer. They require rain water too, so grow them outdoors unless you are able to collect the rain water in something. They won’t do well with tap water.

* Parsley – This is great in a window box. It takes a while to germinate though and requires heat. Also, be sure to use a rich soil.

* Basil – Put it in the window box with parsley, but be warned: this does not do well at all with cold. So make sure there is not going to be any frost. Basil has a few weeks’ germination time, though, so it grows quicker than parsley.

* Radish – This is probably the easiest vegetable to grow in a container and will really get the kids excited. So this is the perfect choice.

* Lettuce – This is actually a great choice for growing in containers. Water in the morning and make sure it is kept in the shade and you’ll have a quick and easy plant in a container in no time.

* Flowers – It doesn’t have to be vegetables alone that you plant in containers. Potted plants such as geraniums, petunias, mums, and sunflowers are great in a pot and something kids will love to help cultivate.
The-Rewards-of-gardening-with-kids Planting anything with kids can be a whole lot of fun and very educational. Getting kids to eat more vegetables, then planting some sort of garden will be a huge help in that. Letting them get their hands dirty and eating the food they grow is a huge incentive for even the pickiest of eaters.

‘As you can see, lots of plants are not fond of the cold weather of winter, and it’s such a shame if your kids can’t experience gardening tasks just because of that. So how about moving under the roof and grow some indoors? That way, all the difficult conditions before can be adjusted as you please since an indoor plant is easier to protect from pests, you can control the amount of water and nutrients your plants consume and even the light can be monitored through the convenient LED Grow Lights.’

So don’t think just because you don’t have a lot of room you can’t create some sort of garden. Hanging tomatoes and window boxes and small containers on your kitchen counter with herbs and including some containers on your porch of radishes and potatoes and you’re off to a great start gardening with the kids and getting them to try more fruits and vegetables.

But if growing outdoors wont work for you, learn how you can “Enjoy growing vegetables indoors all year long with the Miracle-Gro AeroGarden”

What have you grown in containers before? Do you think your kids would enjoy gardening?

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In addition you could also teach your kids about Re-Growing Vegetables using vegetable scraps from your kitchen. Such as Lettuce, Celery, Lemon Grass, Fennel, Basil, Cilantro, Bean Sprouts or re-growing root crops such as potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Ginger, Onions, Green Onions, the list goes on and you can read all about those and how it is done on And if you need a guide check out Vegetables That You Can Regrow Again And Again From Scraps and one more 30 Insanely Clever Gardening Tricks

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March 6, 2021May 24, 2022

5 Tips to Turn Your Backyard Into a Posh Retreat

You deserve a backyard that’s beautiful, relaxing, secure and chic. Taking on a project like a yard remodel may seem daunting, but there are steps you can take to get toward that dream lawn. Here are a few ideas on how to get started.
Planters-and-containers-for-your-backyard. Adding Containers To Your Garden

There is always room to add containers of flowers and plants when there isn’t room throughout the yard. Containers come in such beautiful colors and textures, you could even paint a Terracotta planters to add more color and interest. And you can always change up the plants as season change.

Adding planters can add beautiful color to a backyard

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Design a Pathway With Features

Walkways are a beautiful way to set the tone of your landscaping. Besides looking great, they can drive attention to the focal point of your yard, mark a clear path through a garden or just welcome guests to explore. Before you get started, decide on the main purpose of your walkway and the material you think would best suit the vibe of your yard. With a quick online search, you may even be able to get started on your own. Remember to add a feature or two along the path, such as a bench, to make it even more special.

Add Entertainment To Your Backyard

If you are truly making your backyard an extension of your home, it’s only natural that it will have areas in which to entertain. Outfitting your yard with speakers is a great way to bring ambiance to your yard. Distributing them around the area allows you to bring your favorite tunes to the outdoors, upping your enjoyment of the area even more. Plus, they can come in handy if you want to push your entertaining even further with an outdoor movie screen and projector.

Create an outdoor projection screen for family movies Source: Pinterest

Make It Comfortable For You

You can’t relax in your beautiful backyard if you don’t have a comfortable place to sit. Ensure that you have seats for guests, like an outdoor sofa set or dining area, but don’t forget to have a special area just for you. Like to read? Create your personal reading nook with a cozy hammock chair. Need to protect yourself from the sun? Make sure you have plenty of furniture in the shady areas of your lawn or add outdoor umbrellas. Think about your needs and those of your guests, and then plan out the furniture purchases. It’s worth the investment to have an area you can really appreciate.

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Create Your Backyard knowing it will Stay Secure

Nothing will make you more comfortable in your backyard than having peace of mind that you and your family are secure. A security camera system can bring that to you. Lorex Technology offers solutions for homes and businesses that are as dependable as they are sleek. They won’t take away from the overall look and feel of your backyard oasis, while adding the benefit of added safety. With cameras that are motion activated and have night vision, you can rest assured that all the new features in your backyard oasis are guarded. Add a couple of motion-activated lights to feel even better.

Meditative-Healing-Garden — Create a meditative healing garden for relaxing in your backyard

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The next time you step outside, envision how your perfect backyard would look and feel. You don’t have to do everything at once, so take your time to prioritize what matters most. With planning and hard work, you’ll have a stylish, comfortable and safe yard for you and your family.

October 15, 2020May 10, 2021

3 Ideas To Update Any Backyard

3-Ideas-To-Update-Any-Backyard They say home is where the heart is. It’s where countless memories are made with special people, where you come for solace and peace and where you go every night to rest and rejuvenate. Homes are truly special places for homeowners and families.

However, the inside of a home isn’t the only part of a home where memories are made. Your home’s backyard space has just as much potential for creating special moments with patios, conversation seating sets and other outdoor living accessories. If you’re on a budget but also want to add a new spark of character to your backyard, here are three ideas to update your backyard.

1. Make A Tree Bench

Adding a tree bench to your backyard — Source: Pinterest

Seating is essential in any place you want to spend lots of time in. While people may enjoy running around and standing for some time, having enough seats for family and guests is also important. You can create a unique seat by making a bench out of a tree. You simply have to build around the tree with the trunk serving as a base to build out from. Investing in wood isn’t super expensive, and you’ll have a seating arrangement that’s very unique.

2. Create A Trellis

Creating a Trellis in your backyard — Source: Pinterest

A trellis will transform your backyard to a fairytale spot for photos and flowers. You can make your own trellis with wood or metal and plant flowers or ivy on it that can grow all over the trellis to hide the structure. You’ll take your backyard to the next level with a secret garden vibe from a trellis.

3. Add Shade With A Pergola

Adding a Pergola to your backyard — Source: Pinterest

If your backyard soaks up the sunshine, that’s an awesome feature but not super ideal for all hours of the day. A pergola is an inexpensive investment that will let you escape from the sun’s beams while still staying outside.

If home is where the heart is, then you should do what’s good for the heart. Adding simple updates to your backyard can take any home to the next level.

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