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Create a gorgeous and (virtually) maintenance-free deck

By Michelle Hopkins Most of us live incredibly busy lives and, between work, family, travel and more, who has the time or energy to maintain planting on our balcony or deck? For many of us, the idea of a maintenance-free outdoor space, one that is worthy of our neighbours’ envy but requires no work, is extremely appealing. Linda Rushlow, horticulturalist at...[ read more ]

Pocket Gardens, Pint-Size Patios and Urban Backyards

By Laura Gaskill Whether you have a sliver of a side yard, a petite patio or a compact urban lot, limited size does not have to mean missing out on lush plantings or cool features — as these 15 creative spaces attest. Creating an outdoor space you love takes careful planning, but it starts with the spark of inspiration. See...[ read more ]