Now that winter has faded away and warmer temperatures have finally arrived, one of America’s favorite pastimes is once again taking center stage.

Today, almost everything you do inside your home is coming outdoors. From showers to kitchen sinks and everything in between, today’s homeowners are utilizing the back yard to get more life out of their homes.

Caring for the environment means caring for a full, green lawn. Properly maintaining your lawn will produce strong grass and can help protect and conserve water resources at the same time.

Virtually all of the 7 billion ash trees in the United States are at risk for infestation by the emerald ash borer, also known as EAB. You can save your ash trees by acting now and starting a prevention program.

You water, fertilize and give your lawn all the TLC it needs, yet come late-summer you still find unsightly brown patches scattered across the turf. If the turf in these spots can easily be pulled away from the ground, you most likely have a grub problem. And chances are if you don’t act quickly these voracious pests may spread and cause significant damage to your lawn.

You might think the end of summer means bidding farewell to fresh, homegrown veggies. Not so – many cool-season crops hit their heyday as autumn temperatures drop, and some even taste better when nipped by a light frost. Here are some tips for growing a fall vegetable garden.

Outdoor container gardening is an easy way to add splashes of color to all your outdoor spaces and regardless of your gardening experience or level of expertise, it’s really as easy as 1-2-3.