Edging flower beds with well-defined lines immediately improves the look of a backyard. But its benefits go beyond the aesthetics – edging is practical, too. Whether you're digging a simple shallow ...

Solar Power: If you want to turn a section of lawn into a flower bed, solarization works well to kill grass. Cover the area with a layer of clear plastic sheeting. The heat from sunlight will kill the ...

I once heard a radio interview with the person at NASA who recruits candidates into the astronaut program. At one point in the interview the host asked the expert a simple question, “What qualities ...