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Discovertheyard.com was started with the goal of being your go-to resource for all things related to quickly enhance your backyard and front yard.

In addition to helping users to transform their outdoor space with the garden of their dreams without having to spend a lot of money and time, we share up-to-date product reviews of patio and yard furniture, their cleaning and maintenance, smart lawn designs, DIY plans, grills and BBQ, outdoor games for kids as well as adults, and get helpful tips and ideas to make it perfect for your needs.

Our articles and tips have helped more than 300,000 readers to date. During our research, we like to use sites like popular mechanics, familyhandyman.com, thisoldhouse.com, popularwoodworking.com, bhg.com to gather knowledge and help you find the most reliable and trustworthy information.

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Right Lawn Bowls For Ladies

Yard Games

Important tips for choosing the right Lawn Bowls For Ladies and picking the right lawn bowls are crucial for playing lawn bowl game. What are the finest lawn bowls for ladies? We break down the most crucial points to assist you in making the most excellent decision. Lawn bowls are an excellent example of a sport where the playing field is level for both men and women. There is no reason why an outstanding female player can’t compete and defeat the world’s best males. This is also true when we are choosing lawn bowl models. Both men and women can use any bowl; it’s as simple as that—however, a few things to consider when purchasing a lawn bowl for a woman. In this post, I’ll walk you through the many alternatives and my top picks for lawn bowls for ladies. Are there specific kinds of bowls for women? Are there…

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What is Mulch and How Do I Use It

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Mulch may be one of the most commonly used terms when it comes to landscaping, but does anyone really know what it is? Even if you know what it looks like, you may not know what it is actually made from and that there are multiple types of mulch. So before you start your next landscaping project, learn a bit about mulch and how to best use it in your yard to make make your landscape pop and protect your home.  What Is Mulch? The most basic definition of mulch is a layer of material placed over the top of surface soil. Mulch is used for both practical and aesthetic reasons. A layer of mulch can conserve soil moisture, keep the soil fertile, prevent erosion, keep the soil cool and safe from extreme heat, and prevent weeds from popping up in your backyard edging. From an aesthetic standpoint, dyed mulch…

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Water Garden Plants

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When you think of a garden, the first thing that probably comes to mind is a rectangle full of vegetables or landscaped rose garden. Those who are willing to look beyond soil will be pleasantly surprised with a water garden option. Aquatic gardens are full of surprises, from the variety of plants to how they can be grown. By the time you are done reading, you will not only have an expansive knowledge of water garden plants, but you will be ready to get started with your own water garden.  What Are Water Plants? Also known as aquatic plants, they have adapted to live in fresh or saltwater. To differentiate them from other aquatic flora like algae, they are also sometimes called hydrophytes or macrophytes. There are four distinct categories of water plants that are important to know when planning your garden or pond.  Floating  Unlike traditional plants that require soil, floating plants float freely. They…

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How to Grow Morel Mushrooms

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There is something incredibly gratifying about growing your own food. Not only do you have the pride of making something grow, but you know that if you were ever in an apocalyptic situation, you would be able to survive. One great starter food to learn how to grow in your home is Morel mushrooms. These edible mushrooms are aesthetically attractive, but they are also nutritious and delicious. Here you will learn how to grow gourmet mushrooms and everything else you need to know about this incredible fungus.  Why Morel Mushrooms Morel Mushrooms are highly sought after in the culinary world thanks to their unique flavor and texture. It turns out that they also have many health benefits that make them even more appealing. Here are a few of the more well-known health benefits of morel mushrooms: They are rich in nutrients, including vitamin D, non-meat protein, selenium, zinc, B vitamins,…

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How to Level a Yard

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A level yard doesn’t only have aesthetic appeal. There are several reasons why keeping the yard level will lead to a healthier yard overall. When you are on a quest for the best-manicured yard on your block, you don’t have time for an unlevel lawn. From large slopes to divots in the soil caused by weeds and critters, there are so many ways that your grass can take on a poorly leveled look. You want to balance your backyard, but you don’t know where to start, and the cost of leveling by a professional seems too steep. With the steps you read in this article, you will know what you need to become a backyard professional when leveling your yard. Why Is It Important to Have a Level Lawn? A level lawn doesn’t only have aesthetical appeal; there are several reasons why keeping the ground even will lead to a…

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How to Get WiFi in Your Backyard

Electronics

It is good to enjoy some quality time by getting wifi in your backyard. Technology has become such a large part of our lives that we can’t seem to live without it even if we are outside. There are plenty of reasons why you want wireless access to extend to your backyard, from working on your computer in the sun to listening to your favourite jams while you are out at the pool. No matter what the reason behind wanting to extend your Wi-Fi network to your backyard, there are several ways you can accomplish the task. Here are the few tips of getting strong signal strength of wifi in your backyard with these techniques of extending the wifi range. Below are some examples to improve the signal strength of wifi in your backyard. Wi-Fi Extender One of the first tricks that anyone will tell you is to buy a…

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Extra Shade Pergola Cover

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Are you looking for more extra shade pergola cover ideas for your garden? We’ll show you some of the most popular extra shade pergola cover solution. Add Extra Shade Pergola Cover to protect your Patio space and keep it clean by covering them. Extra Shade: How to cover your Pergola There is more than one reason why people add pergolas to their outdoor space. They are a fun architectural piece that adds character to your garden, they are an excellent place for creeping plants to grow and be maintained, and most importantly, they give shade to people, plants, and animals. Most models are built with an open design, so while they offer some blockage of the sun’s rays, they don’t block it completely. If you are looking for pergola shade over an entire area, you will want to cover it. There are plenty of options that will give you the benefits…

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Backyard Bar Ideas for Every Backyard

Backyard Bar

You’ll be able to discover the designated hotspot for any summer with the best backyard Bar Ideas for every backyard. There is no better place to hang out in the summer than in the backyard. Longer days and cooler nights make for the perfect setting to enjoy a cocktail in your outdoor space. However, a backyard bar isn’t just about the drinks; it adds a playful and relaxed aesthetic to your outdoor living space. These smart outdoor bar design ideas will give you some inspiration to create the perfect backyard bar for your home. These backyard bar Ideas can enhance the look of your backyard by large margin. Be Prepared If you put a bar in your backyard space, you want it to feel like the real thing. The following products are must-haves for every backyard bar. Blender Blended cold drinks are a staple for hot summer days. Every backyard…

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10 Plants grow in the Shade of Tree

Garden

The best 10 plants grow in the shade of tree. We guide you the techniques of growing plants under the shade of tree. Trees are an essential part of our landscaping and our world in general. Beyond being majestic and sometimes beautiful, they also provide shade and protection from the elements. The problem with trees is that you can’t move them, so they can sometimes get in the way of your landscaping vision. You can remedy this by making trees part of your design by planting plants underneath them. Not all plants will thrive under trees, so it is vital to know which plants are shade tolerant. Here are the best 10 plants grow in the shade of tree : The Plants Hostas Hostas are a popular plant because they are incredibly hardy perennial plants which means they will come back year after year and survive almost anything. The two…

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DIY Simple Brick Patio Pattern for Beginners

Pavers & Patios

Patio bricks may be laid in a variety of designs. The pattern is merely for aesthetic purposes and will have the same effect on the brick surface regardless. For novices, it is advisable to utilize a basic design that doesn’t need much cutting of bricks. The basketweave, which is both attractive and noticeable yet easy to set up, would be an excellent option. If you want to construct a square or rectangular patio based on the bricks you have available, you won’t have to cut any of them. The ideal bricks for this project are paving bricks or brick pavers, which are about 2 inches thick and have smooth, solid faces. These are designed to provide a pleasant walking surface with a smooth, solid face thickness of about 2 inches. To create a checkerboard pattern in a basket weave design, you must have the widths of two bricks equal the…

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