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Let the sunshine in with our favorite outdoor living ideas, including ways to decorate your patio and easy grilling tips and guides to host the best backyard parties.

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8 Tools That Help Fresh Herbs Last Longer

Keep your parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme looking their best.


12 Places to Buy Plants and Seeds Online

Whether you can't make it to the local nursery or you're craving some extra convenience, we rounded up the best...


How to Regrow Celery from Scraps

Use this simple and kid-friendly guide to grow your own celery at home.


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How to Season Grill Grates

Ready for cookout season? You'll want to learn how to season grill grates before you start flippin' burgers.


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How to Start a Charcoal Grill

Not sure how to start a charcoal grill? Here are three easy ways to light up the coals.


The Most Common Types of Grills, Explained

In the market for a new grill? We're cookin' up some recommendations for the most popular types of grills.


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10 Tips to Create an Affordable Garden

The average household spends more than $500 on gardening annually, but you can do it for much less with these...


A Dozen Vegetables You Can Grow in Pots

You don't need a massive plot of land to enjoy the spoils of a great garden. Growing your veggies in...

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8 Mosquito-Repelling Plants to Add to Your Backyard ASAP

Skip the bug spray this summer. You can repel mosquitoes naturally with plants! Here are the varieties we're adding to...


12 Plants That Are Poisonous to Dogs

Keep your pups away from these plants.


Our Top Tips for Arranging Indoor Plants

Once you know how to arrange indoor plants, you'll see how they can bring life and joy to every room...


LG Just Debuted a Fridge That Will Grow Your Leafy Greens

Transform they way you cook and garden with LG's new herb-growing fridge.


8 Insider Tips for Apple Picking Season

It's apple picking season! And there's nothing better than a crisp autumn day spent with loved ones. Read on to...


The Best Foods in Your Kitchen to Attract Backyard Birds

More colorful birds will flock to your feeders when you serve up the delicious food you already have in your...


10+ Tips to Help You Grow a Great Raised Bed Garden

Here's everything you need to elevate your harvest with a raised bed garden.


Charcoal vs. Gas Grills: We Tested Both To Find Out Which Is Better

Charcoal vs. gas grillalso known as the "great summer debate." Our simple pros and cons list will help you...


8 Genius Tips for Bringing Food to the Beach

Who's ready for some fun in the sun?

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The Ultimate Guide to Backyard Camping

Sleep under the stars without going too far from home. Just use our backyard camping guide to get started!


Things You Can Compost, Plus Items You Definitely Shouldn’t

Starting a compost pile in the backyard or participating in a municipal compost program? Good for you! Here's a list...


12 Outdoor Items We’re Buying at World Market This Month

It's outdoor season! Here are 12 outdoor items we're buying at World Market this month to help us make the...


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65 Low-Calorie Grilling Ideas to Try Tonight

Grilled food isn't all hamburgers and hot dogs—it can be healthy, too! Each of these recipes has fewer than 300...


How to Clean Your Gas or Charcoal Grill After a Long Winter

A clean grill is a reliable grill, so before you jump back into barbecuing, learn how to clean your grill...


10 Camping Food Containers You Need for Your Outdoor Adventure

Whether you're spending a week in the wilderness or heading out for a day hike, these camping food containers are...

10 Secrets for the Perfect Summer Cookout

These easy ideas will help you host a perfect summer cookout. You'll even be able to kick back, relax and...


What’s the Best Outdoor Gas Grill for You: Propane or Natural Gas?

When it comes to natural gas vs. propane grill options, which team are you on?


Is a Tomato a Fruit or a Vegetable?

Let's investigate a common kitchen query: Is a tomato a fruit or a vegetable?


The Best Dehydrated Camping Food for Your Next Big Trip

Your accommodations may be rustic (hello, tents!) but your meals don't have to be thanks to these dehydrated camping food...


10 Best Picnic Baskets for Alfresco Fun

Check out the trendiest ways to transport lunch, dinner or some summery snacks. These are the best picnic baskets for...


The Best Patio and Outdoor Decor for Summer 2024

These low-lift outdoor decor picks still manage to make a statement on any patio or porch.