A new yard doesn’t stay “new” for long if you’re not keeping up with it. Even if the grass is growing and the flower beds are full, a few small mistakes can make the whole thing look forgotten. If you want it to actually look like someone lives there and cares, here’s what to avoid….
Your yard doesn’t have to be picture-perfect to look put together. There are a few small things that clean up the look fast—without having to break out the mower or dig in the dirt. Coil the Hose A hose sprawled across the yard or sidewalk instantly makes it feel messy. Wrapping it up neatly—or popping…
Wildlife might seem cute until they turn your yard into their playground. Left unchecked, some habits do real damage in a short amount of time. Armadillos Digging for Grubs They root through mulch, flip over flower beds, and leave holes all over the place. You’ll need to tackle the grub problem first, then consider motion…
When it’s consistently over 100 degrees outside, you can forget half the lawn tips you’ve heard before. The rules change when the heat gets real. Mowing Too Low Cutting your grass short might seem like a neat, clean look—but it stresses the turf out when it’s already baking in the sun. Raise your mower blade….
If you’re trying to copy what works in cooler states, Southern soil and weather will humble you fast. Heat, humidity, and sudden storms mean you have to plant a little smarter down here. Overcrowding Plants Spacing recommendations matter more than you think. In the South, plants grow fast—sometimes too fast—and without room to breathe, they’ll…
Parking on the grass or squeezing into the same worn spot might be convenient—but over time, it does more damage than most people realize. From soil compaction to drainage issues, these habits can wreck your lawn and your setup. Using the Same Patch Over and Over Even light vehicles will wear a trail into grass…
A driveway’s job is to stay usable, rain or shine. But a lot of them fall apart—or become downright dangerous—the moment the weather turns. If yours turns into a swamp, a slide, or a mess, there’s probably something going on that could’ve been avoided. Skipping Proper Drainage Without somewhere for the water to go, it’ll…
There’s a difference between low-maintenance upgrades and yard features that sound great—until they start falling apart. These are the ones that rarely last more than a season or two before becoming more trouble than they’re worth. Built-In Fire Bowls They look great in catalogs, but most people don’t use them often enough to justify the…