Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

Q: I plan to replace the grass in my backyard with shrubs, flowers and trees. How can I convert my existing sprinkler system to a drip system? A: A drip system is relatively easy to install because ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

A heat dome is heading for the Eastern US after already hitting Western states. With a threat to dehydrate and wipe out our gardens, there's no better time to install a drip irrigation system. They ...

Setting up a drip irrigation system in a hugelkultur raised bed to improve water efficiency and support healthy plant growth.

Picturing children at play on the grass during elementary school recess is a familiar scene or memory for most of us. So now just try and imagine a play- ground without grass, and nowhere for children ...

Homeowners should first check HOA rules and look for local rebates before removing their lawns. After removing the lawn, prep the soil, consider drip irrigation and choose appropriate mulch like rock ...